Medical Assistant / LPN - Occupational Med

@ Essentia Health
Essentia Healthessentiahealth.com

Medical Assistant / LPN - Occupational Med

Duluth, MN
Posted 2 weeks ago

About the job

Essentia Health provides comprehensive health services. The Medical Assistant / LPN role supports patient care, conducts tests, and performs procedures in occupational medicine, contributing to team health goals in a fast-paced ambulatory setting.

Requirements

  • Current LPN licensure or MA certification
  • Ability to perform tests and procedures
  • Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work in a team

Qualifications

  • Valid state licensure as LPN or Medical Assistant
  • Completion of Medical Assistant program or licensed practical nurse
  • Certification within 1 year of hire
  • Ability to obtain BCLS within 3 months

Full job description

Job Description:

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.Working in the Occupational Med department you will room patients, perform drug tests, alcohol tests, audiograms, spirometry testing, vision testing, EKGs, perform quality checks on equipment, filling out paperwork, scheduling appointments, and answering phone calls.

Education Qualifications:

See licensure/certifications

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

  • Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in appropriate state, i.e. Minnesota, Wisconsin, OR 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)
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified, or able to obtain within 3 months. (Department 46680 – Registry Management Team: BCLS certification is not required)

This position has working hours between 7:30am -4:30pm depending on your shift

No holidays or weekends

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Job Location: Essentia Health - Miller Hill Health Plaza
Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start/End: 0730/1630
Hours Per Pay Period: 64
Compensation Range: $21.00 - $30.89 / hour
Union: DC USWA Main & Neighborhoods (DCUMN)
FTE: 0.8
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