(From Blanchard Valley Health System)
Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) has launched a new internal Medical Assistant (MA) Certification Program designed to expand career pathways for associates while strengthening clinical staffing across Blanchard Valley Medical Practices (BVMP). The program seeks exceptional candidates who take pride in helping patients and contributing to a culture that prioritizes exceptional service and a positive patient experience.
The five-week, full-time training program prepares participants for placement as Medical Assistants through a combination of classroom instruction, hands-on clinical skills training, and supervised clinical rotations. Associates are hired into a full-time temporary training role, with the expectation of transitioning into a full-time Medical Assistant position upon successful completion of the program and final assessment.
“This program reflects BVHS’s continued commitment to growing our own workforce and investing in the professional development of our associates,” said Kelly Shroll, RD, LD, MBA, chief operating officer of ambulatory services. “By creating a structured, hands-on training pathway, we are building a sustainable solution that supports both our team members and the patients we serve.”
The MA Certification Program offers comprehensive instruction in key clinical and administrative skills, including anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, vital signs, infection control, specimen collection, phlebotomy, EKGs, wound care, medication preparation and administration, EHR documentation, and clinical rotations at various BVMP office locations.
Participants must commit to the full five-week schedule, attending Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and achieve a score of 90 percent or higher on the final examination to successfully complete the program.
The program is open to high school graduates or individuals with a GED who demonstrate a strong interest in healthcare and patient care delivery. Graduates are eligible for placement in available Medical Assistant roles across BVMP locations. The BVHS MA Certification is an internal credential and is not equivalent to a nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification.
Through this program, BVHS continues to invest in associate development, building a strong and sustainable clinical workforce for the community.
For more information about career opportunities at Blanchard Valley Health System, visit bvhealthsystem.org/careers.