Medical Assistant Apprentice

Description

Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 72294

Memorial Hospital is now accepting applications for their
August 2026 - May 2027 Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program!

Additional Apprenticeship Information:

• The Medical Assistant Apprentices are Memorial Hospital employees who receive full-time wages for hours training in the practices, long with classroom time. The program runs for about 9 months.
• Apprentices will enroll in White Mountains Community College Medical Assistant Certificate Program, a 9-months, credit-bearing program.
• Memorial Hospital will cover tuition expenses above and beyond grants and scholarships received by the student, making the apprenticeship a tuition-free program!
• Apprentices will earn their Certified Medical Assistant credential at the end of the Certificate program. Following graduation, and if position availability allows, Apprentices will be placed in a position with one of Memorial Hospital's outpatient practices: Primary Care, Women's Health, Orthopedics, Cardiology, Surgery, Urology, Oncology, or other practice areas.
• Apprentices are eligible for Memorial Hospital's benefit package.
• Apprentices are expected to commit to a Medical Assistant position with Memorial Hospital for a period of at least two years following completion of the apprenticeship.

Schedule Information:

• Clinical hours are on-site in North Conway at Memorial Hospital two days per week. Classroom time will be at WMCC, Littleton Campus.

Summary:
The Medical Assistant Apprentice role is a hands-on training opportunity where you'll work closely with an experienced mentor while learning to support physicians and advanced practice providers in patient care. In this role, you'll gain valuable clinical and administrative experience, all while helping create a smooth, welcoming experience for patients throughout their visit.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: High School diploma or GED preferred. Active enrollment and advancement with a grade of C or better in an approved Medical Assisting Apprenticeship Program required.
2. License/Certifications: Current BLS certification required or must be obtained prior to clinical training. NH Med Tech License is required for those positions located in New Hampshire.
3. Experience: N/A
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

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Additional Information

If you have questions about this role, please contact sarah.polk@mainehealth.org