LPN or Medical Assistant - 32 Hours Weekly - Baxter Family Medicine

Essentia Health•Baxter, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Essentia Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant to serve in our family practice at our Baxter Clinic in Baxter, Minnesota. This LPN or CMA works 7:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday with one weekday off. No weekend, holiday, or on-call rotations are required. Essentia Health is a top-rated employer offering work-life balance, long term career stability, opportunities for growth, and work you can be passionate about! Our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve.

Requirements

LPN: Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Minnesota upon hire.
CMA: Current registration or certification as a Medical Assistant OR verifiable completion of a Medical Assistant Program and must become certified within one year of date of hire. Must pass certification within two attempts.
BOTH: AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Assists RN, Physician and other providers and provides direct patient care in the ambulatory care setting to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health.
Will perform identified procedures for which competencies have been demonstrated.
Cares for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted on age-related category.
Perform routine assessments such as measuring vital signs, recording patient histories, and observing symptoms to assist in diagnosing and monitoring patient health.
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, and monitor patients for any adverse reactions or side effects, ensuring accurate documentation.
Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans, and assist in coordinating follow-up appointments and referrals.
Conduct initial patient intake processes, including gathering medical histories, updating personal information, and preparing patients for examination or diagnostic testing.

Benefits

Health Insurance and HSA or FSA accounts
Dental and Vision insurances
Supplemental insurances- critical illness, accident, & hospital indemnity
Paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance
Supplemental Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
PTO accrual and 7 paid holidays per year
Paid parental leave after one year
Adoption assistance after one year
Bereavement & Jury Duty (all regularly scheduled employees)
Take Charge (employee wellness program)
Guidance Resources (free confidential counseling)
Employee discount program
401(k) retirement account (traditional & Roth)
401(k) matching & discretionary contributions (subject to service requirements)
medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options
401(k) plan with employer contributions
training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs
flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health.