Medical Assistant Apprentice

**Launch Your Healthcare Career—Join Southside Community Health Services as a Medical Assistant Apprentice** **Southside Community Health Services (SCHS)** is a full-service, non-profit healthcare clinic serving the South Minneapolis community. We are committed to improving the health of our patients and communities by delivering exceptional care, removing barriers, and promoting healthy lifestyles. **About the Role** The **Medical Assistant Apprentice** participates in a one-year training program designed to prepare participants to become a Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C). The program combines approximately 2,000 hours of on-the-job training with an MA coach, supplemental online coursework, hands-on lab training, and preparation for the MA-C certification exam. **Key Responsibilities** * Complete approximately 2,000 hours of on-the-job training with the support and guidance of an MA coach * Work with an MA coach who provides supervision and guidance for at least 75% of the work week and supports the development and verification of clinical skills * Complete approximately 410 hours of supplemental online coursework, including technical skills training needed to become an MA-R and additional skills required for MA-C certification * Attend three in-person lab days throughout the year to review clinical skills, receive instruction, and demonstrate skill mastery * Prepare for the MA-C certification exam using provided study materials, practice tests, and available program resources * Complete online training modules, assignments, quizzes, surveys, and required practicum activities according to program expectations and timelines * Communicate with the course instructor when additional support is needed or coursework deadlines may not be met * Document and submit on-the-job training hours monthly as directed, with required coach or supervisor approval * Track skills practice and demonstrate competency after required instructor and coach sign-offs * Follow SCHS policies and procedures and maintain professional, ethical, and responsible conduct * Arrive on time for scheduled shifts and maintain reliable participation in the apprenticeship program * Use the MA coach and expert instructor as resources and participate in regular progress discussions * Complete all required program activities and maintain satisfactory performance in both workplace training and supplemental coursework **What You Bring** * Enthusiasm for learning and developing a career in healthcare * Commitment to completing a structured, year-long training program * Willingness to ask questions, seek feedback, and use coaches and instructors as resources * Professional, ethical, and responsible approach to work and learning * Ability to manage coursework, assignments, skills practice, and on-the-job training requirements * Commitment to staying on schedule and completing required program activities * Reliability and accountability in a clinical work environment **Qualifications** * Graduate of a Highschool or GED certification. * Enthusiastic to learn and be part of a Health Care System program * Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. **Compensation**: $19 / Hour; Increase to $20.50 / Hour after 6 months; Increase to $23 / Hour upon completion of program. $1,500 retention bonus paid in 3 installments over 18 months. **Benefits**: Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, HSA, FSA, LTD, Employer paid STD, Life Insurance and Kavira Healthcare Membership, Wellness Benefits, Generous PTO