Patient Care Technician (PCT) or Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Primary Care Clinic

LAKE REGION HEALTHCARE CORPORATION•Fergus Falls, MN

150d•$19 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Lake Region Healthcare is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT), Medical Assistant (MA), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for its Primary Care Clinic in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. The clinic provides care to patients in all stages of life, with a focus on teamwork, quality patient care, and meaningful connections. Internal Lake Region Healthcare RNs are also welcome to apply, but only internal Lake Region Healthcare RNs will be considered for the RN pathway. The PCT provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a licensed provider or nurse. Duties include basic clinical tasks such as obtaining vital signs, collecting specimens, assisting with procedures, and supporting patients’ mobility and comfort. The PCT also helps maintain a clean, organized, patient-centered environment, keeps medical records accurate, follows organizational policies and regulatory standards, and supports clinic operations and patient satisfaction. The MA performs clinical and administrative duties under the direction of a licensed provider and/or nurse. The role supports patient preparation, clinical procedures, documentation, and coordination of care, while helping maintain accurate records, comply with policies and regulatory standards, and support clinic operations, quality, access, and patient satisfaction. The LPN provides proficient, compassionate, patient-centered care and patient-care support as delegated by a provider or registered nurse. The LPN practices in accordance with the Minnesota Nurse Practice Act, professional nursing standards, and Lake Region Healthcare policies and procedures. Sound clinical judgment, strong interpersonal skills, and effective collaboration are required to support safe, comprehensive care. Across the roles, employees communicate professionally with patients, coworkers, and providers and use knowledge of Lake Region Healthcare and community resources to support comprehensive patient care. The position is 80 hours biweekly, with weekday day shifts, Monday through Friday. The work is based at the clinic and may require travel to other clinic sites. Compensation depends on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Hourly ranges are $19.09–$24.44 for PCT, $23.33–$29.86 for MA, and $24.50–$32.95 for LPN.

Requirements

PCT applicants must have a high school diploma or GED.
PCT applicants must understand healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment and supplies.
PCT applicants must obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certification.
MA applicants must have completed an MA diploma/program; proof of current MA certification is required if certification was received from the diploma/program.
LPN applicants must graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.
LPN applicants must hold current Minnesota LPN licensure and practice within the applicable nursing scope of practice.
Current Healthcare Provider-level CPR certification is required upon hire or must be obtained within six months; MA applicants must have current Healthcare Provider-level CPR certification.
Applicants must communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing, and have proficient verbal and written communication skills.
Applicants must successfully complete the pre-employment health screening.
Applicants must have reliable attendance and be able to work at the clinic site as scheduled, including travel to other clinic sites.
Applicants must perform delegated clinical and administrative tasks under appropriate supervision and in accordance with established protocols, competencies, and organizational policies.
Internal Lake Region Healthcare RNs are welcome to apply; only internal Lake Region Healthcare RNs will be considered for the RN pathway.

Responsibilities

Provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision or direction of a licensed provider or nurse, as applicable to the role.
Obtain vital signs, collect specimens, assist with procedures, and support patient mobility and comfort needs as a PCT.
Assist with patient preparation, clinical procedures, documentation, and care coordination as an MA.
Provide patient-care support delegated by a provider or registered nurse as an LPN.
Perform clinical, administrative, or nursing tasks within applicable protocols, competencies, organizational policies, and scope of practice.
Maintain accurate medical records and comply with organizational policies and regulatory standards.
Help maintain a clean, organized, and patient-centered clinic environment.
Communicate professionally and effectively with patients, coworkers, and providers.
Use knowledge of Lake Region Healthcare and community resources to support comprehensive patient care.
Support clinic operations and efforts to enhance quality, access, and patient satisfaction.
Work at the clinic site as scheduled and travel to other clinic sites when needed.