Medical Assistant Apprentice at Kootenai Health – Post Falls, Idaho

Medical Assistant Apprentice

*For the starting 5/13/2026 cohort, ending 2/10/2027

Class Schedule : Weekly — Wed, Thu 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM*

Position Summary:

The Medical Assistant Apprentice is a student currently enrolled in an approved MA program who is employed in a non-certified capacity under the direct supervision of a Certified Medical Assistant. Participants will achieve clinical and administrative skills necessary to become a Certified Medical Assistant, which will include assisting in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a designated healthcare provider.

Responsibilities:

• Under direct supervision, performs a variety of tasks and patient care activities, gathers vital signs, collects non-invasive body fluid specimens, and documents as needed
• Completes online coursework
• Attends weekly labs
• Demonstrates and adheres to the Kootenai Health Code of Conduct and Ethics
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must be enrolled and in good standing in a state approved MA Program by Kootenai Health Orientation program
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Phlebotomists preferred
• Upon completion of the program, CCMA required
• Experience working in medical office preferred
• Working knowledge of medical terminology, confidentiality, HIPAA and electronic health record systems preferred
• BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS within 60 days of hire

Working Conditions:

• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job
• Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend
• Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.


• Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it


• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.


• Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials


• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching


• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more


• Robust and interactive employee referral program


• And much more

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

Apply today! Please contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org with any questions.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.