Medical Assistant (Trainee) (Outpatient), Honolulu Primary Care, FT Days

Medical Assistant Training Program

The Medical Assistant (MA) Program is a paid training program located at Adventist Health Castle and offers hands-on training to successfully transition applicants into a Medical Assistant role. The program includes classroom and online curriculum, simulation for skills practice, testing, and on-the-job training at our clinic sites. Students learn essential skills including introduction to healthcare, front office skills, medical terminology, medical records, medical equipment, interpersonal skills, anatomy and disease process, anatomy, vital signs, medical insurance, patient exam, medical ethics, legal responsibilities, laboratory testing, pharmacology, and surgical procedures. This 8-week, intensive, Medical Assistant Training Program will prepare individuals to take the Medical Assistant Certification test upon completion of the curriculum, precepted hours, and one year of experience. Participants will receive a certificate of professional development from Windward Community College and transition into a Medical Assistant role at Adventist Health Castle after completing the online course, classroom didactic, skills testing, and preceptorship hour.

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Located in Kailua, Adventist Health Castle has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1963. We are comprised of a 160-bed hospital, eight medical offices, home care services, urgent cares, and a vast scope of services located throughout O'ahu. In 2017, Adventist Health Castle was recognized with the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, the nation's highest presidential honor for performance excellence. O'ahu is known for its ideal climate, diverse culture, and picturesque landscape. The allure of Castle's laid-back lifestyle is complimented by its close-knit and proud community.

Job Summary:

Participates in an 8-week Medical Assistant Training Program and engages in and attends educational opportunities through Adventist Health. Works with instructors and preceptors to complete the 8-week program which includes instructor-led lectures, in-person labs, independent study hours, competency examinations, skills checks, and clinical hours with a preceptor. Medical Assistants in training may also perform non-invasive, routine, technical support services under the specific authorization and supervision of a licensed physician, podiatrist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or nurse midwife. Upon completion of the program, Medical Assistants in training will be eligible to sit for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant exam.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required

Licenses/Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions:

• Actively participates in all educational components of the training program.
• Seeks guidance from instructors and preceptors to enhance skills and competencies related to the Medical Assisting role
• Sets up exam rooms and checks in patients. Maintains a patient recall system, including continuity of care log for lab tests, referrals, and transfers.
• Obtains vital signs. Reports significant findings and pertinent patient observations to clinic physician. Performs venipunctures as ordered.
• Performs audiometry and vision testing.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.