Wisconsin Youth Apprentice - Medical Assistant

It's more than a career, it's a calling

WI-SSM Health Dean Medical Group Janesville

Worker Type:

Intern/Temporary (Trainee)

Job Highlights:

Are you an upcoming high school junior or senior interested in a healthcare career? Join SSM Health as a Youth Apprentice and gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and skills for in-demand healthcare roles all while earning $17/hour at one of our Wisconsin locations. Unlock your potential and make a difference starting now!

Job Highlights

Youth Apprentices in the Medical Assistant pathway, work closely with a nursing care team to provide direct patient care and complete office tasks in one of SSM’s outpatient clinics. Availability to work days during a standard work week is crucial to fulfilling the 450 hour requirement. A licensed or certified professional will serve as your mentor and will help guide your training while providing ongoing support in the role.

Job Details

· Effectively work as part of a team, communicate effectively with close attention to details

· Maintain academic and attendance requirements for participation in the Youth Apprenticeship Program

· Participate in progress reviews scheduled with mentors, school staff, parent(s) or guardian(s), and employer

· Assist with treatment order from provider with direct supervision from a licensed professional

· Interview patients and record information as instructed

· Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations

· Perform office tasks such as answering phones, maintaining records, and filing

· Assist with the ordering and stocking of supplies and maintaining a clean and orderly work environment

· Perform other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements

· High school junior or senior

· 16 years of age

· Must be authorized and approved by the Wisconsin Youth Apprentice Program in accordance with your local school criteria

· Ability to work 10-15 hours per week at a clinic site M-F during the day

· Reliable transportation to get to and from work

· Satisfactory progress towards graduation

· Commit to completing 450 hours at the jobsite

· Demonstrated maturity and responsibility

· Skill with attending to details, excellent attendance and a strong work ethic

· Foster a culture of caring through interpersonal relationships and communication

About SSM Health

SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health care system serving the health needs of communities across the Midwest in Wisconsin, Illinois, Oklahoma, and Missouri. We are committed to providing exceptional health care services and revealing God’s healing presence to everyone we serve. We’ve received national recognition from U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, Forbes, Healthgrades, and Becker’s Healthcare in recognition of the quality care and patient experience we provide.

Job Summary:

Assists with administrative and clinical duties of a physician’s office from general office procedures to the technical phases of examining room assisting and elementary medical laboratory techniques.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responds to patient inquiries both in person and via telephone. 
• Schedules patient appointments. 
• Maintains patient records and perform administrative tasks. 
• Sets up area for exams/procedures and room patients. 
• Instructs patients in the collection of specimens. 
• Assists in performing testing under the supervision of staff. 
• Assists physician with patient care for routine examinations. 
• Cleans and prepares supplies and instruments. Maintains inventory. 
• Obtains vital signs. 
• Respects patient confidentiality and maintains Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance.  
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

EDUCATION

• Must be at least 16 years of age prior to start date and current high school student
• Acceptance into Youth Apprenticeship program through local high school

EXPERIENCE

• No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constant standing and walking.
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
• Frequent use of heari