CMA or LPN - Endocrinology - FT

Confidential; Gully (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Bemidji, MN is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support our Endocrinology team. You will collect vital signs, document care, and coordinate patient flow across ambulatory settings.

This full-time role follows a Monday–Friday day schedule in a clinic setting. The MA/LPN works under licensed providers, with duties ranging from data collection to communicating care plans and supporting scheduling and patient access.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program.
• Nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant (MA).
• Certification (CMA) through national certifying programs (AAMA, CCMA, CMAC, NCMA, etc.).
• Registration (RMA) through AMT acceptable.
• Minnesota/North Dakota scope and driver’s license requirements may apply.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification due within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Collects vital signs and prep of patients for examinations.
• Communicates data to providers and follows through on care plans.
• Schedule coordination and patient flow across ambulatory care.
• Assist with insurance validation and demographic verification when needed.

Skills

Patient communication

Clinical documentation

Team collaboration

BLS certification

Education

MA certification (CMA/CCMA/CMAC/NCMA)

LPN license

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Facility: Bemidji Main Clinic
Location: Bemidji, MN
Address: th St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601, USA

Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $20.24 - $28.68

Pay Info: Sign on BONUS for eligible applicants up to $15,000!

Union Position: Yes

Department Details

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team in delivering exceptional Endocrinology services. In this role, you will work closely with our Endocrinology providers to support patient care and ensure a seamless experience for our patients.

• Up to $15,000 sign on bonus available for eligible applicants!
• Daytime hours with a Monday - Friday schedule.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant (MA) functions within the administration pre-defined scope of practice guidelines per state location of practice. The MA in the ambulatory care setting collects subjective and objective health status data from the patient or caregiver and communicates this data to the health care provider. Participates in the care of patients by providing contributing data to licensed health care professionals; and following through on the patient's plan of care under the direction of the provider. Communicates the provider's written instructions for care to the patient, or caregiver, by transmission of specifically defined information. Will participate in care for patients, across the lifespan, in all phases of preventative care, health maintenance, treatment, and follow-up as patients move in and out of care settings. Performs a variety of duties under the direct supervision of a person licensed to practice medicine. A sampling of the specialized clinical duties performed includes, but is not limited to, obtaining vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, observing and reporting patient's signs or symptoms, and performing point of care testing. In departments where applicable, responsibilities may include patient scheduling, insurance and guarantor validation, and verification of demographic information. Additional tasks may involve coordinating provider schedules across multiple locations and managing daily scheduling adjustments.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program.
• Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant (MA).
• Certification (CMA) obtained through a nationally approved certification program for medical assistant, including but not limited to: American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through the National HealthCareer Association (NHA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) through the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), etc.
• Registration (RMA) obtained through the American Medical Technologists (AMT) also acceptable.
• Additional state requirements include: North Dakota (ND) registration as an MAIII through the ND Board of Nursing.
• MAs working within Minnesota (MN), Iowa (IA), South Dakota (SD) and Oregon (OR) do not require state registration.
• When applicable, maintenance of a valid driver's license and good driving record is required. Employees are held to the Sanford category driver's license policy and medical guidelines when applicable for job duties.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. Re-certification as required.

Benefits

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• a 401(k) retirement plan
• work/life balance benefits
• a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance

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