at Providence St. Joseph Health in Missoula, Montana, United States Job Description Experience Required None Minimum Education Required High School Diploma/G.E.D. Compensation $ / yearly Hours Per Week 40 Number Of Positions 1 Job Description Description The Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program is designed for candidates passionate about healthcare and eager to learn in a hands-on environment. Apprentices will receive comprehensive training from experienced preceptors in outpatient clinics in the Missoula area. This intensive six-month earn-to-learn program enables apprentices to earn a full-time wage while training to become a Medical Assistant. In addition to hands-on in-clinic training, apprentices are required to complete unpaid coursework outside of clinic time. Key Program Details Program Length: Approximately six months (a minimum of 1,000 clinical training hours). Clinic Training Schedule: 40 hours per week in-person with some flexibility. Location: Primary Care and Specialty clinics in the Missoula, Ravalli & Lake counties. Outside Coursework: 10-15 hours per week of unpaid coursework to be completed outside of clinic for the first 20 weeks of the program. This includes live, synchronous sessions on Mondays and Thursdays from 6:00-9:00pm and asynchronous work that can be done at times that are convenient for apprentices. Pay & Benefits: This is a full-time, paid, benefited position with a mid-point pay increase. Flexibility: Due to the limited number of training clinics, apprentices must be very flexible with their clinic locations and commutes. Commitment: Candidates must successfully complete the requirements of the program and work for Providence for a minimum of one year after graduation. Start Date: New apprentices must start on January 25, 2027. Prior to applying, applicants should carefully review the program flyer, program FAQ , promotional program video, and recorded information session on the apprenticeship website. In addition, applicants are encouraged to complete the self-paced virtual MA job shadow to further familiarize themselves with the basic duties of an MA. Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Providence Medical Group Montana and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them. Required Qualifications: Within 30 days of hire: National Provider BLS - To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account