Riverside Health System·Newport News, Virginia
Participate in a structured paid training program to develop clinical and professional skills for a Certified Medical Assistant role. Support patient care, clinic operations, and administrative functions under direct supervision.
Newport News, Virginia Hiring Range $17.50 - $22.75/Hourly Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs. Medical Assistant Earn & Learn PrograApplications Open – 6/12/2026 Interviews Begin – 7/7/2026 Notice of Acceptance by – 8/14/2026 Program Starts – 10/5/2026 Program Completion – 12/10/2026
Overview The Student Medical Assistant participates in Riverside's Medical Assistant Earn and Learn Program, a structured, paid training program designed to develop the clinical, technical, and professional skills necessary for successful employment as a Certified Medical Assistant. Under the direct supervision of the RMG Clinical Education team, licensed medical professionals, and designated preceptor, the Student Medical Assistant supports patient care, clinic operations, and administrative functions while completing required coursework and clinical competencies.
This position is temporary and program-based. Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory performance, program compliance, and successful completion of all Earn and Learn requirements. Upon completion of program, students will be transferred into a Certified Medical Assistant job profile at a Riverside Medical Group Practice.
What you will do Participates in classroom instruction, simulation, and hands-on clinical training.
Completes all competencies, evaluations, and Earn and Learn Program requirements.
Performs basic clinical tasks under direct supervision by designated preceptor.
Performs laboratory procedures including specimen handling and point-of-care testing after completing associated clinical competency and didactic training.
Assists with administrative, front-end operations, and operational tasks as part of training.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Education High School Diploma or GED, (Required)
Experience Less than 1 year Medical office and/or clinical experience (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required) To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and a CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Previous medical office or clinical experience is preferred but not required.
Market context
Support-services roles in Virginia are often tied to steady staffing needs in clinics, hospitals, and other care settings, especially when teams need dependable help with patient flow and day-to-day operations. This role is competitive because it asks for a high school diploma, three years of clinical experience, current AHA BLS, and a recognized Medical Assistant Certification, while offering medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and clinical experience match before applying.
