LPN or Medical Assistant - 40 Hours Weekly - Dermatology Clinic

Paradox; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Essentia Health’s Dermatology Clinic in Fargo, ND seeks an LPN or CMA to join the outpatient team. The role supports dermatology procedures, participates in patient triage, and collaborates with board-certified dermatologists and nursing staff in a daytime outpatient setting.

The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, no weekends or on-call. Licensure as an LPN or CMA certification is required, with BCLS and credentialing timelines specified by ND BON.

Qualifications

• LPN licensing requirements for North Dakota and potentially Minnesota if cross-border practice.
• CMA path: certification or completion of MA program; certification within one year.
• BCLS certification within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in ambulatory setting.
• Assist RN, physicians and other providers.
• Care for patients from newborn to elderly as applicable.

Education

LPN licensure (North Dakota)

CMA certification or Medical Assistant training

AHA Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification

Job description

Building Location:

South University Clinic

Department:

3021100 DERMATOLOGY - SU

Job Description:

Essentia Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medcial Assistant to serve in the dermatology practice at our South University Clinic in Fargo, North Dakota. This LPN or CMA works 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. No weekend, holiday, or on-call rotations are required.

Education Qualifications:

• Education as required for licensure.

About Essentia Health:

At Essentia Health, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows in the care you provide. Driven by our mission to make a healthy difference in people’s lives, our clinical and support teams come together every day to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to the communities we are privileged to serve. Here, you'll find an award-winning culture built around genuine work-life balance, long-term stability, and the resources you need to continually grow your career. See why Essentia Health is truly like nowhere else: https://vimeo.com/284233541

Why Choose the Dermatology Clinic?

Advance your clinical career with the specialized team at Essentia Health-South University Clinic in Fargo. Our outpatient Dermatology department delivers high-demand medical, surgical, and cosmetic skin care, providing vital services ranging from full-body skin cancer screenings and excisions to complex chronic condition management and aesthetic treatments. Working within a dedicated Monday-Friday outpatient schedule, you'll partner side-by-side with board-certified dermatologists, experienced advanced practice providers, and skilled nursing staff in a collaborative, procedure-rich setting. As a key specialty hub within the South University campus, our clinic combines the predictability of daytime outpatient hours with the cutting-edge clinical resources, competitive benefits, and career mobility of Essentia Health.

What You'll Do:

Assists RN, Physician and other providers and provides direct patient care in the ambulatory and/or home 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.

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: North Dakota LPN license required upon hire.
• LPN: Minnesota LPN license required within 3 months of hire.
• CMA: 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.
• CMA: Must be registered as a Medication Assistant III through the North Dakota Board of Nursing within 60 days of hire/transfer. Clinical Assistant can NOT administer medication prior to being registered as a MAIII through the ND BON.
• BOTH: AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 3 months of hire.

FTE:

1

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

8 am

Shift End Time:

5 pm

Weekends:

No

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

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].