Medical Office Assistant Apprenticeship

Description

Do you ever dream of being in the medical field, working alongside providers and helping patients live happier, healthier lives?

If so, this might be the pathway to begin your career!

Gateway’s MA Apprenticeship Program provides over 1,500 hours of the job training and covers the program cost for those who wish to become Certified Medical Assistants (CMA). The training program can take up to 12 months to complete.

Our program:

• Is a registered apprenticeship program through the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship.

Applicants selected for the program are Gateway employees, complete with benefits and competitive wages with potential employment upon successful completion.

What do Medical Assistants Do?

• Performs accuchecks, UA dipstick, urine UCG, rapid strep test, and influenza test.
• Takes vital signs i.e., weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, head and chest circumference of children and adults attending clinic.
• Performs prior authorizations, electrocardiograms, ear lavage, pulmonary function tests, immunizations, injections, nursing, electronic medical record intake/documentation and health reminders.
• Maintains logs such as exam rooms, glucometer, weight scale, referrals, emergency bag, eye wash, and stock medication.
• Provides patients with appointments.
• Tracks referrals such as radiology, emergency room, hospital, etc.
• Prepares work area for patient using universal precaution.
• Orders and stocks work area with medical supplies as needed.
• Assists physician with patient care, exams and treatment.
• Documents accurately in Electronic Health Record.
• Operates and maintain facilities and equipment safety.
• Performs CPR and first aid as necessary.
• Administer medication as directed by medical provider.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Application Information

The next application process will begin in April of 2025. Interested applicants will need to meet specific requirements and provide the requested information as shown below:

Application Requirements:

All applicants to the MA Apprenticeship must meet the following basic requirements:

• 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to pass a Texas background check and drug test.

Application Materials Checklist

• Online Application through Other Available Opportunities at gatewaychc.com
• Resume
• Personal Statement (350 words or less)
• Life Impact Statement (350 words or less)
• Letters of Recommendation (1 Required)

Review and/or consideration of incomplete applications or late materials is at the discretion of Gateway. If application materials are missing due to circumstances beyond the applicant's control, Gateway will take that into consideration and make judgment based on the information available.

Resume

There is no preferred formatting or specific requirements that need to be met. However, your submission should include the following information, as applicable:

• Work History (including employer, position title, and dates of employment)
• Involvement with volunteer, community, and/or community-related activities, including the organization, position title, and dates of service
• Education (including school, degree, dates of attendance)
• Honors, awards
• Skills or relevant qualities (languages spoken, computer programs, etc.)