Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant Intern

Apprenticely is working with our company partner, the Eras Women's Health to add a Medical Assistant Intern to their team in Fayetteville, Arkansas!

Eras is a modern, women-led clinic reimagining hormonal, gynecologic, and primary care for women across every era of life. Built by women who wanted something better, we blend board-certified clinical expertise with longer visits, an empathetic and collaborative care team, and a one-stop model that treats the whole woman not just her symptoms.

Based in Fayetteville, Arkansas, our APRN-led practice brings together primary care, gynecology, and longevity services under one roof, creating a personalized experience that evolves with each patient's needs. We listen first, partner always, and believe every woman deserves care that's personal, preventive, and participatory.

The Medical Assistant (MA) at Eras Women's Health is a key member of our clinical support team, working under the direct supervision of the Lead RN and clinical providers. This role is essential to delivering smooth, high-quality patient experiences across routine gynecological visits, in-office procedures, and primary care for women. The MA is the front line of patient interaction responsible for rooming, vital signs, chart preparation, patient communication, and day-to-day clinical coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Room all patients efficiently: escort to exam rooms, obtain vital signs, and prepare patients for examination or procedures.
• Turn over exam rooms between patients to maintain smooth clinic flow.
• Complete chart preparation by opening encounter notes, beginning documentation, and reviewing patient intake forms as needed.
• Assist with advance chart preparation by entering intake information into clinical profiles.
• Draw labs and collect specimens as directed by clinical staff and if within scope.
• Assist providers, clinic nurse, and/or lead RN during examinations and in-office gynecological procedures (e.g., chaperoning, instrument handling, patient comfort, and education).
• Support phlebotomy and specimen collection; process, handle, and route laboratory samples per clinic protocols.
• Administer IM/SubQ injections per provider order and under direct provider supervision, consistent with Arkansas Medical Assistant scope of practice.
• Sterilize and maintain equipment per infection-control protocols.
• Review and process patient letters and correspondence for providers.
• Assist with prior authorizations for routine medications, procedures, and referrals under provider guidance.
• Sort and integrate outside care records (from external providers, labs, or imaging) into patient charts.
• Track and maintain stock of medical supplies to keep exam rooms and storage areas fully stocked.

Qualifications:

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent) preferred; candidates with demonstrated clinical experience considered.
• Experience in a clinical ambulatory, primary care, or women's health setting preferred.
• Phlebotomy competency and comfort with specimen collection and processing.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks in a fast-paced clinic day.
• Proficiency with EHR systems and basic administrative tools (Excel or equivalent).
• Excellent interpersonal and patient communication skills our team heavily emphasizes patient experience and customer service.
• Willingness to grow with the clinic as service offerings and team structure evolve.

Key Certifications & Training:

• Certified Medical Assistant CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), CCMA (NHA), or equivalent preferred
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required
• Phlebotomy certification or demonstrated experience
• Women's health or gynecology clinical experience preferred

Details:

• Schedule: 40-hour week: typically 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday-Friday
• Length of Internship: 3 months - Goal is for it to role into long term
• Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas

$16 - $22 an hour