LPN or Medical Assistant - Part Time Flex - Family Practice

Essentia Health; Park Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Essentia Health’s Park Rapids Clinic is hiring an LPN or CMA to provide direct patient care in ambulatory family practice. The role supports RN and physicians, performing procedures with demonstrated competency, serving patients from newborns to the elderly.

Typical schedule is 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, with a flexible 0.6 FTE; no holiday or on-call rotations are required. Licensure and BCLS are required within specified timeframes, and CMA certification within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• Current LPN licensure with Minnesota State Board of Nursing.
• CMA: current registration or certification or completed CMA program; must become certified within one year of hire.
• Must pass CMA certification within two attempts.
• AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN, physician and other providers; provide direct patient care in ambulatory setting.
• Perform identified procedures for which competencies have been demonstrated.
• Care for patients from newborn to elderly according to age-related category.

Skills

LPN licensure

CMA certification

BCLS certification

Education

LPN licensure (Minnesota)

CMA program completion/certification

BCLS (AHA) certification

Job description

Job Description

Building Location: Park Rapids Clinic

Department

3251800 FAMILY PRACTICE - PRK

Job Description

Essentia Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse of Certified Medical Assistant to serve in our family practice at our Park Rapids Clinic in Park Rapids, Minnesota. This LPN or CMA works 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday. Typically this employee will work three days a week, but is a flex employee who may be required to increase or decrease their schedule without notice. No 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 Park Rapids Clinic?

At Essentia Health’s Park Rapids Clinic, you get the best of both worlds: the resources and advanced specialty care of an integrated regional health system, paired with the warmth and connection of a tight‑knit community practice. Serving patients across the Heartland Lakes region, our clinic offers comprehensive primary care, walk‑in services, and visiting specialists in a supportive, multidisciplinary team environment. Working here means making a tangible impact on the health of your neighbors while enjoying an exceptional quality of life surrounded by northern Minnesota’s lakes, trails, and outdoor recreation.

What You'll Do

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.

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 upon 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.
• Both: AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 3 months of hire.

FTE

0.6

Shift Rotation

FTE Flex Days (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

8am

Shift End Time

5pm

Holidays

No

Call Obligation

No

Compensation Range

$21.72 - $32.58

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

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].