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St. Luke's Health System

Medical Assistant Training Program

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What they do

A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.

$51,782 / year median in Oregon

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

At St. Luke's, our Certified Medical Assistants (CMAs) are part of a compassionate team that values connection, excellence, and a positive, inclusive environment. As a Medical Assistant in Training (MA‑T), you'll gain the skills and experience needed for a meaningful career in healthcare—all while getting paid and making a difference in your community. Application Details To be considered, applicants must upload an updated resume and cover letter combined into one document.
  • Application closes: August 21
  • Program start date: 10/19/2026 What to Expect from the MA‑T Role This paid apprenticeship offers a direct pathway into a CMA career—no previous MA experience required. Over the course of 7-8 months, you'll receive:
  • On-the-job clinical training through rotations
  • Classroom instruction and continuing education
  • Four hours of paid study time each week
  • Support and mentorship from experienced professionals Participants will complete rotations at St.
Luke's clinics in Baker City, so transportation and schedule flexibility are essential. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be eligible to sit for a national certification exam and transition into a full-time CMA role at St. Luke's. Individuals accepted into the MA‑T program are hired as full-time employees and are expected to remain with St. Luke's in a CMA role for at least one year post‑certification. Minimum Qualifications Education
  • High School Diploma or equivalent Certification
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute Experience
  • At least six (6) months of healthcare experience (e.
g., CNA, EMT, phlebotomy, dental assisting, patient registration, or similar) At St. Luke's, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission - and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Personify Health Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals. St. Luke's is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.
  • Please note: this posting is not reflective of all job duties and responsibilities and is intended to provide an overview to job seekers.