Essentia Health is offering a paid training opportunity for individuals interested in starting a career in healthcare. Join a compassionate, patient-centered team while you learn essential clinical and administrative skills. Trainees will receive structured classroom instruction, hands-on experience in care settings, and mentoring from experienced professionals. You'll build a foundation in patient support, safety, communication, and electronic health records. Essentia's culture emphasizes collaboration, holistic care, and innovation, with clear pathways for career advancement, work-life balance, and involvement in the communities we serve across the region. Responsibilities Participate in structured classroom and hands-on training modules Support clinical staff with basic patient care tasks under supervision Learn and follow safety, infection control, and privacy protocols Assist with patient check-in, scheduling, and basic documentation Use electronic health record systems as trained Collaborate with nurses, providers, and staff to support patient care Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and families Follow all organizational policies and procedures Engage in feedback, coaching, and skills assessments Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and commitment to learning Required Skills Basic patient care Medical terminology Electronic health records Clinical documentation Infection control basics Vital signs measurement Customer service HIPAA awareness Team collaboration Time management