LPN, CMA
About The Position
Bluestone is seeking a professional, self-motivated Clinical Assistant (LPN or CMA) to provide primary care services to patients residing in senior living communities. The Clinical Assistant is an essential member of Bluestone’s care team and provides collaborative nursing support while working alongside a provider team that travels to senior living communities. The role includes pre-visit planning and chart preparation, patient screenings, medication reconciliation, maintaining accurate patient charts, and performing minor procedures under provider supervision. The position serves Oakdale, Minnesota, and surrounding areas, including Shoreview, White Bear, Mahtomedi, Stillwater, Woodbury, Vadnais Heights, and Cottage Grove. This is a full-time day-shift position. Monday through Thursday, the work is generally in the field and patient-facing from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Friday is typically a work-from-home or administrative day from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. No evenings, weekends, or holidays are required. The hourly pay range is $23.00 to $29.00, commensurate with experience, with an additional $1,000 sign-on bonus payable 30 days after hire.
Requirements
- An active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) credential or active Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, or CCMA).
- Valid driver's license.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and understanding of patient care notes.
- Ability to assist providers and facilitate an efficient, organized clinical flow.
- Ability to problem solve and work well under pressure.
- Detail-oriented and accurate.
- Ability to deal with change and ambiguity.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Comfort navigating electronic medical record systems and working with patient care notes.
- Computer proficiency and typing speed of 45+ WPM.
- Demonstrated compatibility with Bluestone’s mission and operating philosophies.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Responsibilities
- Foster positive relationships with patients, families, and community staff members.
- Prepare for visits by charting, reviewing patient records, and following up on previous orders since the last visit.
- Conduct depression and cognitive-function screenings as part of Annual Wellness Visits.
- Keep medical records accurately updated during and between visits.
- Reconcile medications.
- Set up e-prescriptions and orders under provider supervision.
- Perform minor procedures under provider supervision, such as ear lavages, swabbing, and immunizations.
- Monitor and respond to portal messages.
Benefits
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision materials insurance.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability.
- Health Savings Account with employer contribution.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Retirement plan with 4% matching contributions.
- Ten paid holidays.
- Three weeks (15 days) of paid time off.
- Mileage reimbursement program for field employees.
- Company-sponsored cell phone, laptop, and scrubs.
- $1,000 sign-on bonus payable 30 days after hire.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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