LPN, Medical Assistant, or Apprentice - 32 Hours Weekly - Dermatology & Specialty Float

Essentia Health; Detroit Lakes (MN); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

HSA or FSA accounts

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Supplemental insurances - critical Ill

Supplemental insurances - hospital Ind

Paid short‑term disability

Paid long‑term disability

Life insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual and 7 paid holidays per‑yr

Paid parental leave after one year

Adoption assistance after one year

Bereavement & Jury Duty

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Medical Assistant to float within our dermatology practice and other specialty clinics, including nephrology and sleep medicine. The position is at St. Mary’s Clinic in Detroit Lakes, MN for 32 hours weekly, Monday through Friday, 7:45 am to 4:15 pm, with one weekday off.

The role also includes float duties to our Park Rapids Clinic. The ideal candidate could start as an apprentice with a paid 14‑week Medcerts program, followed by a 1‑year

Qualifications

• Apprentice: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• LPN/CMA: Education as required for licensure.
• All: AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 3 months of hire.
• Apprentice: Completion of the 14‑week paid training program through Medcerts, with onsite clinicals. Upon completion, responsible for a 1‑year commitment to work as a medical assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assists RN, Physician and other providers and provides direct patient care in the ambulatory care setting.
• 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.

Education

Apprentice: High School Diploma or equivalent.

LPN/CMA: Education as required for licensure.

Job description

Building Location:

St Marys - Detroit Lakes Clinic

Department:

3201100 DERMATOLOGY - DL CLIN

Job Description:

Essentia Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Medical Assistant to serve as a float to our dermatology practice and other specialty clinics, including nephrology and sleep medicine. This LPN or CMA will work at St. Mary's Clinic in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota for 32 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7:45 am to 4:15 pm, with one weekday off. No weekend, holiday, or on‑call rotations are required. This employee will float to our Park Rapids Clinic as well. We are willing to offer a medical assistant apprenticeship to the right candidate, providing a paid training and certification experience in exchange for a one‑year employment commitment upon completion of the program.

Education Qualifications:

• Apprentice: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• LPN/CMA: Education as required for licensure.

About Essentia Health:

We are a top‑rated employer offering work‑life balance, long term career stability, opportunities for growth, and work you can be passionate about! Our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high‑quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve. We are like nowhere else: https://vimeo.com/284233541

LPN or Medical Assistant ($21.72-$32.58 based on experience):

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.

Medical Assistant Apprentice ($19.00 Flat Rate):

Under the guidance of a Certified Medial Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse preceptor works at an entry‑level, assisting RN, Physician and other providers with direct patient care in the ambulatory setting to contribute to meeting the mission and goals of Essentia Health. As an apprentice, the Clinical Assistant in Training will perform identified procedures individually once competencies have been demonstrated. Cares for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted on age‑related category. Upon graduation of the apprentice program, wage will increase to $21.72 hourly.

Employees scheduled 24+ hours weekly enjoy these benefits:

• Health Insurance and HSA or FSA accounts
• Dental and Vision insurances
• Supplemental insurances- critical illness, accident, & hospital indemnity
• Paid short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and basic life insurance
• Supplemental Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual and 7 paid holidays per year
• Paid parental leave after one year
• Adoption assistance after one year
• Bereavement & Jury Duty (all regularly scheduled employees)

All employees, including casual, enjoy these benefits:

• Take Charge (employee wellness program)
• Guidance Resources (free confidential counseling)
• Employee discount program
• 401(k) retirement account (traditional & Roth)
• 401(k) matching & discretionary contributions (subject to service requirements)

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• LPN: Current LPN licensure with the Minnesota State Board of Nursing.
• CMA: current registration or certification as a medical assistant OR verifiable completion of a medical assistant program and must become certified withinone year of date of hire. Must pass certification withintwo attempts.
• Apprentice: Completion of the 14‑week paid training program through Medcerts, with onsite clinicals. Upon completion, responsible for a 1‑year commitment to work as a medical assistant.
• ALL: AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 3 months of hire.

FTE:

0.8

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

7:45 am

Shift End Time:

4:15 pm

Weekends:

No

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Compensation Range: $21.72 - $32.58

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 [phone].