Ambulatory Medical Assistant – Patient Care

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN, is hiring staff to assist RNs and physicians by providing direct patient care in the ambulatory care setting. You will perform identified procedures for which competencies have been demonstrated and care for patients across the age range from newborn to elderly.

The role requires LPN licensure in Minnesota or Wisconsin, or MA certification with certification within the specified timeframe. BCLS certification is required or must be obtained within 3 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Minnesota or Wisconsin, or current registration/certification as a Medical Assistant.
• Must become certified within one year of date of hire; CMA apprentice must complete CMA program and certification within 6 months.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification, or able to obtain within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Assists RN, physician and other providers and provides direct patient care in ambulatory care setting.
• Cares for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted on age-related category.

Skills

Direct patient care

Ambulatory care

Education

Licensure as LPN or MA certification

Job description

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN, is hiring staff to assist RNs and physicians by providing direct patient care in the ambulatory care setting. You will perform identified procedures for which competencies have been demonstrated and care for patients across the age range from newborn to elderly.

The role requires LPN licensure in Minnesota or Wisconsin, or MA certification with certification within the specified timeframe. BCLS certification is required or must be obtained within 3 months of hire.