Building Location:

Superior Clinic

Department:

2231800 FAMILY PRACTICE - SUPR

Job Description:

Under the guidance of a Certified Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse preceptor works at an entry-level, assisting RN, Physician and other providers with direct patient care in the ambulatory setting to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health. As an apprentice, the Clinical Assistant in Training will perform identified procedures individually once competencies have been demonstrated. Cares for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted on age-related category.

Education Qualifications:

We are hiring for a Clinical Assistant or a Clinical Assistant Apprenticeship to join our Superior Clinic.

About the Apprenticeship:

Essentia Health's Clinical Assistant Apprenticeship Program offers individuals the opportunity to become certified through the National Health Associations CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) Certification program.

With a combination of one-year full time on-the-job training and educational courses, the Apprentice will be prepared to become certified through the CCMA board, which recognizes working experience as a qualification to take the exam.

Apprentices are paired with mentors/preceptors to learn all facets of the Clinical Assistant duties while they review and study classroom materials on their own time with the support of educational instructors and support staff. During your time with on-the-job training, you will work at an entry-level scope, assisting RN, Physician and other providers with direct patient care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly.

Clinical Assistant Apprenticeship:

High School diploma or equivalent

Clinical Assistant Apprenticeship Wage:

$19.00

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified, or able to obtain within 3 months
Enrolled in the In-Clinic Assistant Training Apprenticeship Program (Med Certs) advancing through learning modules for 14 weeks as skills are acquired to perform the Clinical Assistant position. Upon completion of the Med Certs training program, NHA Board CCMA certification required within 6 months of completing education program.

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

8:00am - 4:30pm

Shift End Time:

Weekends:

None

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

10/29/2026

Compensation Range:

$19.00 - $19.00

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.