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    Learn More & Apply: Clinical Support Assistants

    What is a Clinical Support Assistant?

    Have you always been interested in a clinical path in health care but weren’t sure were to start? Have you wanted to test the clinical waters without an out-of-pocket expense? This is the perfect opportunity for you.

    Becoming a Clinical Support Assistant (CSA) provides the opportunity to pursue a clinical career with a developmental roadmap, all-inclusive training and expenses covered to achieve your goals.

    CSAs are responsible for functioning as an entry-level assistant to the physician, optometrist, nurse practitioner or physician assistant, and licensed/certified personnel in the areas of direct and indirect patient care. A high school diploma or GED is required. 

    Within a year of hire, a certification will be obtained as applicable (Certified Medical Assistant). All costs covered by Springfield Clinic.

    Bootcamp Training

    CSAs will receive on-site training and a path to further clinical certifications including: 

    • 2-week training "bootcamp" to learn the basics and become CPR certified. 

    • Training and observation in a clinical department.

    • After all training is complete, you will be matched with a department!

    • CSAs will also receive 2-4-hour continued education per month for a year at no cost to them.

    • CSAs will also receive additional support to become CMA-certified at no cost to them. 

    Upcoming bootcamp start dates

    • November 17, 2025 (application deadline Oct. 24)

    Benefits

    • Ideal schedule with no nights or weekends (Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

    • Competitive pay

    • 401(k) & matching

    • Medical insurance (health & dental)

    • Life insurance

    • Employee assistance program

    • Employee discounts

    • Flexible spending account

    • Health savings account

    • Opportunities for advancement

    • Paid time off

    You can view the detailed job description here.