Medical Assistant Apprentice

Description

Compensation:

• Non-exempt/Hourly
• The standard wage range for this role is $22.71-$26.71 per hour
• It may be possible to earn more over time up to $30.66 per hour

Work Schedule:

• Four 10-hour days
• Occasional Saturdays

Who We Are

Unity Care NW is a private, non-profit, federally qualified health center (FQHC) that has been proudly and successfully serving the greater Whatcom County area since 1982. With clinics located in Bellingham & Ferndale, we offer comprehensive primary medical, behavioral health and dental care, as well as pharmacy services to a diverse and often underserved patient population of all ages. Employing almost 300 caring and compassionate employees, our mission is to increase the years of healthy life in the people & communities we serve.

What We Value

· Respect

· Integrity

· Accountability

· Collaboration

· Innovation

We have an inclusive culture and strive to demonstrate our Values in Action in all that we do. We value each individual on our team and aim to onboard a diverse workforce of the very best talent, whose ambitions and values align with ours.

Job Summary

A Medical Assistant education program can cost over $10,000, but we can pay YOU to learn!

Are you interested in joining the UCNW clinical staff? Are you passionate about providing health care to everyone no matter their insurance status? Are you looking for a career change? Would you like to receive top-notch training while getting paid to learn? Then consider applying for Unity Care NW's Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program!

The Medical Assistant provides and coordinates medical care in an outpatient setting following a patient-centered, primary care model including the following tasks:

• Completes patient rooming process.
• Completes patient testing and procedures following provider orders/standing orders.
• Performs desktop management and computer tasks.
• Performs immunizations and injections.
• Performs general clinical operation duties.
• Precepts new employees and coaches MA Apprentices.
• Orders supplies, medications, and vaccines.

As a Medical Assistant Apprentice, you will:

• Complete 2,000 hours of PAID on-the-job training with the support and guidance of an experienced 1 on 1 MA coach
• Complete 434 hours of supplemental coursework (unpaid) & concurrent online coursework.
• Attend 3 in-person lab days in the Seattle area with an expert instructor to practice and demonstrate competency of hands-on technical skills
• Log & report on-the-job hours and skill practices as required.

After successful completion of the program, you will qualify for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam through the National Health Career Association (see information at Medical Assistant Certification | CCMA (nhanow.com)). After passing the exam, you will be eligible to apply for the MA-Certified license through the Washington State Department of Health (DOH).

Learn more about the MA role by watching the following video:

UCNW Careers - Medical Assistant - Monika - YouTube

What We Offer

• A friendly and collaborative team environment
• Meaningful, mission-oriented work supporting your community
• A culture of inclusivity
• A competitive compensation package

Generous benefits including:

• Medical, dental, & vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match after 1 year of eligibility
• 6 paid holidays
• Generous paid time off of 108 hours accrued in Year 1 gradually increasing to 196 hours per year over 10 years
• Paid sick leave
• Other paid leaves for Bereavement, Jury Duty & Bone Marrow/Organ Donation
• Life/AD&D insurance
• Variety of optional insurances including Supplementary Life/AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, and Travel as well as Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Account
• Self-funded Health Savings Account on Base Medical Insurance Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative transportation incentives
• Healthy Living reimbursement
• Unique programs including Medical Hardship Payroll Loans, Employee Referral Bonus, Will preparation services & a gym discount
• Employment that counts towards eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness – details can be viewed at Federal Student Aid.
• Reimbursement of WA State license fees
• Continuing Education dollars & hours for renewing your CCMA after your certified

Requirements

• Timely completion of WA State's Apprenticeship Agreement forms (if hired)
• Commitment to working at UCNW as a Medical Assistant for a minimum of one year following successful program completion, testing and licensure as long as you remain in good standing as an employee
• Signing UCNW's Education Assistance Agreement and Promissory Note outlining the payback clause if you do not fulfill the commitment
• Available to start on Monday, January 19, 2026
• Able to attend the program's required virtual kickoff meeting on Friday, July 23, 2026
• If a UCNW employee, must have been in good standing in current role for at least one year – exceptions may be made upon approval

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior health care experience
• A strong interest in working with diverse patient populations

External candidates who meet the requirements and have applicable experience or similar qualifications are encouraged to submit an application!

To Apply

Visit our Careers Page at www.unitycarenw.org. For news on our organization & future job postings, please follow us on LinkedIn at https://bit.ly/363mfhv!

If you feel this job posting is missing any required compensation or benefit information, please contact HR@ucnw.org. Other questions can be addressed throughout the recruitment process for candidates selected to move forward.

Unity Care NW has an Employee Health Program for the safety of our patients and staff. The program requires all new employees to have up to date vaccines for Covid-19 and influenza. More information about this program is provided throughout the recruitment process.