Dermatology Medical Assistant / LPN | Fast-Paced Clinic

Ridgeview Medical Center; Waconia (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgeview Medical Center in Minnesota seeks a licensed or certified medical assistant/practical nurse to support providers in a specialty clinic. You will escort patients, document vitals in EMR, and assist with examinations and treatments.

You will administer prescribed vaccines and medications per policy, prepare equipment, and help coordinate referrals. Strong communication and ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from a Medical Assisting program or School of Practical Nursing.
• Current CPR certification and licensure (LPN) or CMA/RMA; new grads have 1 year to obtain certification/licensure.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to examination room, obtains vitals, and documents in EMR.
• Supports physicians by transcribing dictation into the EMR during visits.
• Administers medications/vaccines and treatments per clinic policy.
• Prepares equipment and assists with examinations, tests, and treatments.
• Performs room turnover between cases and at day end.
• Assists with specialty procedures/tests as directed by the Physician.
• Maintains stocked supplies and sterilizes instruments/exam rooms.
• Assists with referrals and prior authorizations as needed.
• Provides patient education.

Skills

Medical equipment

English communication

Medical terminology

High-stress environment

Multi-task

Team player

Microsoft Office

Critical thinking

Education

Medical Assisting or Practical Nursing program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Ridgeview Medical Center in Minnesota seeks a licensed or certified medical assistant/practical nurse to support providers in a specialty clinic. You will escort patients, document vitals in EMR, and assist with examinations and treatments.

You will administer prescribed vaccines and medications per policy, prepare equipment, and help coordinate referrals. Strong communication and ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.