Medical Assistant Apprentice

Medical Assistant Apprentice Program

Hourly Rate: $22.50

HealthPoint is offering paid, on-the-job training for those interested in pursuing a certification in Medical Assisting. The apprentice training program provides its learners a structured learning environment that provides tools and skills to become confident and successful members of a healthcare team.

The program begins on October 26, 2026. Applications must be submitted no later than September 21, 2026. Phones screens and interviews for this position will commence September 9, 2026.

As part of the application process, you're required to attach a personal statement detailing why you are interested in applying for the Apprenticeship Program.

Personal Statement for the Medical Assistant Apprentice Program

We are so excited that you're interested in HealthPoint's Medical Assistant (MA) Apprentice Program! This program is for people who love helping others and are ready to take the first step toward a career in healthcare. Being an MA takes flexibility, problem-solving, and determination — and we want to get to know you and your goals.

We ask all applicants to submit a personal statement about why you are interested in this role at HealthPoint. In your personal statement, please share:

• Why you want to join this program
• Why you believe you will succeed
• Your personal goals for your future in healthcare
• Any challenges that might make it hard to finish the program, and how you plan to overcome them

Your statement can be simple and from the heart — just keep it under 350 words. When you apply, upload your personal statement in the "Additional Documents" section of your online application.

Would you like to have a career that makes a daily difference in people's lives? Do you want to be part of a caring, respectful, diverse community? If you answered yes to these questions, keep reading!

HealthPoint is a community-based, community-supported and community-governed network of non-profit health centers dedicated to providing expert, high-quality care to all who need it, regardless of circumstances. Founded in 1971, we believe that the quality of your health care should not depend on how much money you make, what language you speak or what your health is, because everyone deserves great care.

Below is a summary of the training program objectives and duties performed in this program:

Medical Assistance Apprentice will perform back-office functions including patient preparation, support of health care providers, laboratory procedures and clinic operations in a manner that promotes quality patient care. Act as liaison between front office and provider for ensuring timely and orderly patient flow. This role will be an enrollee of the WACHC MA Apprenticeship Program. The performance of delegated clinical duties will be directed, supervised, and inspected by the appropriately credentialed staff. This program requires 2,000 hours of paid on-the-job-training and 410 hours of supplemental, unpaid course work. There will be three in-person laboratory days.

This program requires a two-year service commitment with HealthPoint, which begins upon the completion of the Apprenticeship Program.

Your contribution to the team includes:

• Remain in good standing with apprentice training program and complete WACH coursework and required training modules and will be periodically evaluated using patient care competencies provided through the WACH MA Apprentice training program.
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms, laboratory area and lavatory with supplies before the start of the day, at the end of the day and as needed throughout the day.
• Room and prepare patients for exams including chief complaint and vital signs and request reports needed for patient care.
• Provide assistance with patient exams, and medical procedures.
• Perform laboratory procedures including, but not limited to, anterior nasal swabbing, nasopharngeal swabbing hemoglobin, rapid strip, urine chemstrips, blood glucose and pregnancy tests.
• Respond to calls from patients.
• Order medication and medical supplies for the clinic.
• Ensure lab specimens are properly labeled, recorded, and sent to appropriate outside laboratory.
• Complete laboratory control sheets according to HealthPoint procedures.
• Fill out lab, and referral forms according to HealthPoint procedures.
• Provide instructions to patients on the use of medications as directed by the Provider.
• Record medication refills in patient charts. Follow up with patient on prescription refills. Process all pharmacy requests.
• Send out test result letters to patients and follow up with providers.
• Sanitize used equipment with appropriate sterilizing techniques.
• Provide liaison between receptionists and providers ensuring timely and orderly patient flow throughout the clinic.
• Follow established procedures for opening and closing the clinic each day.
• Maintain good attendance, is punctual and works full scheduled shift is a condition of employment.
• Demonstrates respectful, professional, and appropriate behavior that supports a team-oriented work environment.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the mission, core values and goals of HealthPoint and its healthcare delivery including the ability to integrate values of justice, respect, compassion, excellence and stewardship into appropriate programs and services.
• Participate in HealthPoint collaborative to improve patient care.
• Attend staff meeting and in-service meeting. Participate in agency committees and task force activities.

Must haves you'll need to be successful:

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent. Enrollment in the WACHC Registered Medical Assistant Training Program Required.
• CPR/BLS certification that must be obtained within 3 months of the apprenticeship start date. Practicing as a medical assistant includes many duties identified in RCW 18.360.050.

HealthPoint is committed to offering all employees a competitive compensation package, including benefits and several other perks.

At HealthPoint, you'll find more than a job - you'll find meaningful work that strengthens the health of the communities we serve across King County. We're proud to invest in our employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, financial well-being, work-life balance, and professional growth.

Benefits-eligible employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents, plus HSA and FSA options.
• Financial wellbeing – Employer-paid life insurance, AD&D, disability coverage, and a 401(k)-retirement plan with employer match.
• Time to recharge – Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Extended Illness Time Away, eight (8) paid holidays, three (3) floating holidays, Compassion Time Away, and Opportunity Time Off for extended personal time away to rest and recharge.
• Well-being resources – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), employee wellness program, and access to voluntary benefits including supplemental life, critical illness, accident, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• Career development – Professional development, ongoing learning, and opportunities for career growth within a mission-driven organization.

Immunization Requirements

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required prior to starting at HealthPoint. HealthPoint does not accept the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine as proof of vaccination. Individuals who received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine must provide documentation of an alternate COVID-19 vaccine or vaccine series.

As a condition of employment, all new hires must provide proof of required immunizations and/or immunity for:

• COVID-19
• MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
• Varicella
• Annual Influenza
• TB QuantiFERON Gold titer draw

Employees working in a HealthPoint clinic must also provide proof of:

• Tdap vaccination (within the last 10 years)
• Hepatitis B vaccination (for clinical positions with potential exposure to blood or bloodborne pathogens)

Documentation must be provided before your start date. If you are unable to provide documentation, HealthPoint can provide required vaccinations or immunity titers at no cost.

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It is the policy of HealthPoint to afford equal opportunity for employment to all