Logan Health

Medical Assistant Trainee | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Kalispell, Montana
Full-time
Posted Nov 6, 2026

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Skills

CPR
Communication
Electronic Health Records
Microsoft Office
Patient Care
HIPAA

Job description

Medical Assistant Trainee / CMA / RMA | Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

350 Heritage Way, Suite 1200

Kalispell, MT 59901

Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift

Start or grow your healthcare career with a team that helps patients restore mobility, recover from injury, and return to the activities they enjoy!

At Logan Health, our Orthopedics & Sports Medicine team provides specialized care for patients with bone, joint, muscle, and sports-related conditions. We are seeking a Medical Assistant Trainee, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) to support patient care, clinic flow, provider needs, and daily operations in a fast-paced specialty clinic.

Whether you're looking to begin your career in healthcare or bring your existing Medical Assistant experience to a specialty setting, this opportunity offers hands-on learning, professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.

You'll work alongside a collaborative team of healthcare professionals, helping create a positive patient experience through compassionate care, clear communication, and strong teamwork. Our Mission : Quality, compassionate care for all.

Our Vision : Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

Our Core Values : Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.

No Medical Assistant experience? We're willing to train!

Whether you're looking to start your healthcare career or you're an experienced CMA or RMA ready for a new opportunity, join our Orthopedics & Sports Medicine team and help patients recover from injuries, improve mobility, and return to the activities they love.

Paid Training & Career Development – No Medical Assistant experience? We're willing to train! Receive paid, hands-on training while working toward your Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential and building valuable clinical skills.

What You'll Be Doing

•Welcome, room, and prepare patients for examinations and treatments, including obtaining medical histories and vital signs.

•Assist physicians and advanced practice clinicians with patient examinations, treatments, and minor procedures.

•Prepare examination rooms, medical equipment, and supplies based on patient and provider needs.

•Perform competency-validated clinical tasks, which may include specimen collection, dressing changes, suture and staple removal, and assisting with splints or casts.

•Accurately document patient information and care activities in the electronic medical record (EMR).

•Coordinate appointments, diagnostic testing, referrals, procedures, and follow-up care.

•Respond to patient calls and portal messages, directing clinical concerns to the appropriate healthcare professional.

•Maintain clean, organized, and disinfected patient care areas and equipment.

•Support daily clinic operations and collaborate with team members to provide efficient, compassionate patient care.

All clinical duties are performed within Logan Health's defined MA/UAP scope of practice and only after required training and competency validation.

Qualifications

We welcome applicants at different stages of their Medical Assistant careers!

Medical Assistant Trainee – Willing to Train

•Candidates interested in beginning a healthcare career are encouraged to apply.

•No prior Medical Assistant certification or clinical experience required for consideration under the Trainee pathway.

•Must successfully complete required training, onboarding education, and competency validation before performing assigned clinical duties.

•Must meet the training requirements of Logan Health's Medical Assistant Trainee program.

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)

•Post-high-school education or vocational training in healthcare preferred. Other combinations of education and clinical setting experience may be considered.

•Registered Medical Assistant credential welcomed.

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Current certification through one (1) of the following is required:

•AAMA – Certified Medical Assistant Exam through the American Association of Medical Assistants.

•AMT – Registered Medical Assistant Exam through American Medical Technologists.

•NHA – Clinical Medical Assistant Exam through the National Healthcareer Association.

•NCCT – National Certified Medical Assistant Exam through the National Center for Competency Testing.

•AMCA – Clinical Medical Assistant Certification through the American Medical Certification Association.

Additional Requirements

•RQI Provider (BLS) within seven (7) days of hire/transfer or before independent patient care, whichever comes first, for CMA and RMA positions.

•Successful completion of all required onboarding education and competencies before performing competency-specific patient care tasks.

•Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, and ability to prioritize responsibilities.

•Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

•Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a healthcare team.

•Commitment to professionalism, patient confidentiality, integrity, kindness, and empathy.

•Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn additional software as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

•Previous medical office or clinical experience.

•Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a practice setting preferred for CMA candidates.

•Medical terminology training and knowledge of anatomy, physiology, basic laboratory values, and pharmacology.

•Familiarity with medical equipment, patient safety practices, aseptic techniques, and infection control.

•Knowledge of HIPAA, patient rights, and healthcare confidentiality requirements.

•Experience using electronic medical record systems.

Shift:

Day Shift - 8 Hours (United States of America)

Schedule:

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

•Criminal background check

•Reference checks

•Drug Screening

•Health and Immunizations Screening

•Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.