Medical Assistant or LPN - Radiation Oncology

Essentia Health•Duluth, MN

1d•$21 - $31

About The Position

The Clinical Assistant (CA) in Radiation Oncology supports RNs, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team in providing safe, efficient, and compassionate care to patients in the ambulatory setting. As part of a collaborative care model, the CA helps promote smooth patient flow and contributes to Essentia Health’s mission and goals. The CA performs delegated clinical and administrative responsibilities within the scope of the position and completes procedures for which competency has been demonstrated. Responsibilities may include assisting with patient intake and rooming, obtaining and documenting vital signs, supporting patient and physician needs, preparing examination areas, assisting with care coordination, and maintaining a safe and organized clinical environment. Working closely with the RN and physicians, the CA supports radiation oncology services, promotes an excellent patient experience, and ensures patient needs are communicated appropriately. The position serves patients of varying ages and follows established policies, procedures, safety standards, and competency requirements. Radiation Oncology experience is preferred but not required. EPIC and ARIA experience is a plus. The successful candidate should be comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical setting, managing multiple priorities, and communicating effectively with patients, families, and the care team.

Requirements

Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the appropriate state, such as Minnesota or Wisconsin; OR current registration or certification as a Medical Assistant; OR verifiable completion of a Medical Assistant Program with certification required within one year of hire (must pass within two attempts).
For an Essentia Health-trained CMA Apprentice, completion of a Medical Assistant Program and certification within four months of transfer is required; applicable to CMA apprentices hired after 7/1/26.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification, or ability to obtain it within three months. BCLS certification is not required for Department 46680 – Registry Management Team.
Comfort working in a fast-paced clinical setting and managing multiple priorities.
Effective communication with patients, families, and members of the care team.

Nice To Haves

Radiation Oncology experience.
Experience with EPIC and ARIA.

Responsibilities

Support RNs, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team in providing safe, efficient, and compassionate ambulatory care.
Help promote smooth patient flow within the collaborative care model.
Perform delegated clinical and administrative responsibilities within the scope of the position.
Complete identified procedures for which competency has been demonstrated.
Assist with patient intake and rooming.
Obtain and document vital signs.
Support patient and physician needs.
Prepare examination areas.
Assist with care coordination.
Maintain a safe and organized clinical environment.
Support delivery of radiation oncology services and promote an excellent patient experience.
Communicate patient needs appropriately to the care team.
Provide care to patients of varying ages in accordance with established policies, procedures, safety standards, and competency requirements.