LPN or Certified Medical Assistant - Podiatry

Essentia Health • Brainerd, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The LPN or Certified Medical Assistant supports Essentia Health’s Podiatry Team, including registered nurses, physicians, and other providers. In an ambulatory care setting, this role provides direct patient care in support of 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, with 8-hour day shifts from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There are no weekend, holiday, or call obligations.

The role includes performing routine patient assessments, assisting clinicians with examinations and minor procedures, administering prescribed medications, coordinating care and follow-up, and completing patient intake and preparation. The position is open to applicants with qualifying medical assistant credentials or current LPN licensure. Basic Cardiac Life Support certification is required or must be obtained within three months.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Perform routine assessments, including measuring vital signs, recording patient histories, and observing symptoms to assist with diagnosis and monitoring.
• Support physicians and nurse practitioners during examinations and minor procedures by preparing equipment, assisting with patient positioning, and ensuring proper 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 in coordinating follow-up appointments and referrals.
• Conduct patient intake, gather medical histories, update personal information, and prepare patients for examinations or diagnostic testing.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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