Medical Assistant Apprenticeship - work 24hrs/wk, class 16hrs/wk
University of Michigan Health-West · Wyoming, MI · 2 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
The Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program is designed for one to work and study for Medical Assisting simultaneously. The program runs from January 2027 to December 2027 and requires a two-year commitment.
Shift
Days
On-call
No
Weekends
No
Requirements
- Current student enrolled in a Medical Assistant Apprentice program
- BLS/CPR (Healthcare Provider) required – completed during apprentice program
- Basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft® Word)
- Remains flexible in staffing patterns and resolution of staffing conflicts
- Excellent customer service skills and communication skills (oral and written)
- High level of interpersonal skills
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Review with the patient and document their vital medical information (such as allergies), physical and emotional condition.
- This includes but is not limited to patient vital signs, height, weight and subjective complaint(s).
- This information will then be documented in the Electric Medical Record and communicated to the Provider.
- Provide support and assistance to the physician during patient examinations and procedures.
- Complete documentation and charting of all clinical test results.
- Obtain any requested lab specimens and the processing of those specimens either internally in the office-based lab or externally when required.
- Completion of any in-office testing (i.e. EKG, holter monitor, etc.), that is required.
- Assist the Provider with the administration of medications or the actual administration of the medication according to their directions as necessary.
- Affix the patient in scheduling any follow-up, referrals, or future office appointments as necessary.
- Performs other duties as assigned. These may include but are not limited to: Maintaining a current knowledge base of use standards of care in professional practice; pursuing self-directed learning and continuing education opportunities; and participating on committees, task forces, and work groups as determined by management.