# Medical Assistant Apprentice at Trinity Health

- Company: [Trinity Health](https://trinity-health.org)
- Location: Grand Rapids, MI
- Type: Full-time · Entry
- Posted: 2026-10-10
- Apply: https://trinityhealth.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/jobs/job/Mercy-Health-West-Michigan-Multi-service-Outpatient-Site---Grand-Rapids-Mi/Medical-Assistant-Apprentice_00689971
- Page: https://newgrad.ai/jobs/medical-assistant-apprentice-4cdf153b

## Summary by newgrad.ai

What you'll do:

- Perform clinical duties while training for Medical Assistant certification.
- Assist with patient preparation, vital signs, blood draws, and medications.
- Handle administrative tasks like scheduling, check-ins, and phone calls.
- Maintain clinical environments and follow safety protocols under supervision.

What they're looking for:

- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Eligibility for MA programs at Grand Rapids or Muskegon Community College.
- Basic office, computer, and clinical skills.
- Preferred knowledge of medical terminology.

## Posting

Employment Type:

Part timeShift:

Day Shift

Description:

- IMPORTANT *

You must fill out the West Michigan Works MA Apprenticeship General Interest Form and complete all career portfolio steps before applying to the Trinity Health MA Apprentice position.  We will not consider applications without a West Michigan Works career portfolio.

To get started, go to https://www.westmiworks.org/marap

### JOB DESCRIPTION:

Apprentice role; performs Medical Assistant duties while studying toward certification.  Within limits of current training, work is guided and overseen by a Professional Development Specialist.

Works in a collaborative environment to deliver excellent patient care under the direction of a licensed clinical professional in a clinic or physician office. Upon completion of the apprenticeship, team member will be able to facilitate all aspects of the patient visit experience, including, but not limited to:

- Clinical duties: room set up and patient preparation, point of care tests, vital signs, specimen collection, blood draws, and administration of medications and immunizations.
- Environment: room cleaning and sterile processing, quality controls, fire and other safety precautions.

May assist Physician and Advanced Practice Professional with procedures and treatments as trained and directed. May perform some administrative duties including patient check in and out, scheduling referrals and follow-ups, obtaining signatures, and directing phone calls.

### QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

Minimum: High School diploma or equivalent. Must also be eligible for enrollment in a certified Medical Assistant program at Grand Rapids Community College or Muskegon Community College.

Related Experience

Minimum: Basic business office skills, clinical skills, and computer skills.

Preferred: Knowledge of medical terminology.

### Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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