LPN or Certified Medical Assistant - Podiatry

Essentia Health • Brainerd, MN

1d • $22 - $33

About The Position

The LPN or Certified Medical Assistant supports Essentia Health’s Podiatry Team, including RNs, physicians, and other providers. The role provides direct patient care in an ambulatory care setting and contributes to Essentia Health’s mission and goals. The position is based at the Brainerd Clinic in Brainerd, Minnesota, and is scheduled for 24 hours per week in eight-hour day shifts, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There are no weekend, holiday, or call obligations.

The role includes routine patient assessments and monitoring, assistance with examinations and minor procedures, medication administration, coordination of care, and patient intake and preparation.

Requirements

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification, or ability to obtain it within three months.
• Hold at least one of the following credentials: current registration or certification as a Medical Assistant; completion of a Medical Assistant Program, with certification required within one year of hire and successful completion within two attempts; or current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the relevant state.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine patient assessments, including measuring vital signs, recording patient histories, and observing symptoms to support diagnosis and monitoring.
• Support physicians and nurse practitioners during examinations and minor procedures by preparing equipment, assisting with patient positioning, and maintaining infection control.
• Administer prescribed medications, including injections and oral drugs; monitor for adverse reactions or side effects and document accurately.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Assist with coordinating follow-up appointments and referrals.
• Conduct patient intake, gather medical histories, update personal information, and prepare patients for examinations or diagnostic testing.
• Provide direct patient care in the ambulatory care setting as part of the Podiatry Team.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Paid time off and personal leave.
• Wellness resources and programs, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
• Life and disability insurance, with supplemental options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed