Medical Assistant Trainee - September Start in RUTLAND, Vermont at Community Health Centers of the Rutland Region

COMMUNITY HEATH:
Community Health is a primary care network that provides nationally-recognized programs, a focus on wellness, dental, behavioral health and pediatric specialties, walk-in Express Care, a culture of community and quality health care that almost everyone, insured or uninsured, has come to depend on. As an equal opportunity employer, we offer a team-oriented, collaborative work environment for close to 400 employees at eight different locations in Rutland and southern Addison counties.

ABOUT THE ROLE:
CHCRR is seeking motivated, compassionate individuals to join our Medical Assistant Trainee Program. This structured, paid 25 week training opportunity is designed for candidates interested in starting a career at Community Health and becoming a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).

As a trainee, you will participate in a combination of classroom learning and hands-on clinical training, preparing you to support both clinical and administrative functions within our primary care practices throughout Rutland County.

Weeks 1-4

• Classroom learning with academic support

Weeks 5-10

• Coursework and clinical shadowing

Weeks 11-25

• Hands-on clinical training while completing coursework

Monday - Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM (30 Minute Unpaid Lunch)

This program includes training in:

• Medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology
• Clinical procedures and patient care techniques
• Vital signs, EKG, and phlebotomy basics
• Infection control and safety practices
• Patient communication and workflow coordination
• Combination of online coursework and clinical experience

FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Prepare patients for exams, including taking vital signs and documenting history
• Assist providers with procedures and treatments
• Administer vaccines and perform routine diagnostic tests (as trained)
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Schedule appointments and support care coordination
• Communicate effectively with patients and care teams

(Responsibilities align with standard MA duties at CHCRR practices)

SKILLS REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS:

PROGRAM EXPECTATIONS & COMMITMENT:

• Complete all coursework and clinical training requirements (typically within 12 months)
• Successfully obtain CCMA certification upon completion of the program
• Commit to ongoing employment with CHCRR following program completion
• Ability to provide 3 professional references from employers, teacher, past volunteer work etc.
• Meet all competency and onboarding requirements
• Excellent attendance and punctuality

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