Medical Assistant

Allina Health; Hastings (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting $2,000 sign-on bonus

Competitive benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

Allina Health Hastings is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and nursing staff in delivering timely, quality patient care at our Hastings, MN location. The role includes assisting with rooming patients, managing patient flow, and documenting in EMR.

Responsibilities encompass preparing patients for exams, collecting specimens, administering injections, and coordinating test results with the team. A starting $2,000 bonus is available for eligible external candidates.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience to meet required competencies as listed on the job description.
• Completed a Medical Assistant program or comparable healthcare education with clinical training.
• Candidates with fewer than six months MA experience must have completed a minimum of 160 hours of clinical externship or equivalent practicum.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Medical Terminology knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, manages patient flow and obtains adequate patient information/data.
• Document patient information in EMR according to standards.
• Assist patients preparing for physician exams and provide psycho-emotional support.
• Assist with collection, labeling and processing of specimens.
• Coordinate test results with provider or RN and assist with injections and procedures.

Education

Medical Assistant program or comparable healthcare education

160 hours clinical externship or equivalent

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location Address: 1880 North Frontage Rd Hastings, MN 55033-2687

Date Posted: September 10, 2026

Department: 62069900

Allina Health Group Hastings

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Shift Length: 8 hour shift

Hours Per Week: 40

Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation: None

Job Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details

$2,000 starting bonus available for eligible external talent

1 FTE (80 hours per 2 week pay period)

8 hour day shift

No weekend rotation

Job Description

Provides support to providers and the nursing staff in the delivery of timely, quality patient health care services. Some duties include assisting with rooming patients, managing patient flow, administering medication, and communication with patients.

Principle Responsibilities

• Rooms patients, manages patient flow and obtains adequate patient medical information/data.
• Collects and confirms pt information via interview, questionnaires, vital signs and accurately documents in EMR according to documentation standards.
• Assists patients, as necessary, to prepare for physician exam, including providing psycho-emotional support.
• Assists with the collection, labeling, and processing of specimens.
• Facilitates obtaining lab/imaging results.
• Works with the electronic medical records in basket, responding to messages as delegated by RN or provider.
• May need to help cover front desk and provide backup to patient registration/scheduling.
• Performs patient care tasks as delegated by Provider or RN.
• Performs injections.
• Assists with procedures.
• Supports patient care and reinforces patient information regarding tests, labs, procedure preparation, treatment plan, preventative or other health information.
• Coordinates results of tests, procedures etc. with provider or RN.
• May prepare refill information for provider to review and prescribe.
• May assist with patient transportation.
• Contributes to an environment that is safe for patients, visitors, and employees.
• Reports environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to Supervisor and via safety huddles.
• Uses equipment following policies, procedures, standard work, and proper techniques when providing patient care.
• Clears, stocks, maintains inventory for exam, medication and supply rooms.
• Reports any acute problems and changes in patient's condition.
• Applies High reliable safety principles to all interactions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required principle competencies as listed on the job description.
• Candidates must have completed a Medical Assistant program or a comparable healthcare education program with a similar scope of clinical training.
• Candidates with fewer than six (6) months of Medical Assistant experience must have completed a minimum of 160 hours of clinical externship or equivalent clinical practicum.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous Medical Assistant experience.
• Medical Terminology.

Licenses/Certifications

• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
  • Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
• Medical Assistant certification preferred. Acceptable certifications include:
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA - AAMA)
  • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA - AMT)
  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA - NHA)
  • National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA - NCCT)
  • Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA - NHA)

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*: Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $22.04 to $30.01 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey.

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support
• Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin. We’re a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve. Join our team of 27,000+ employees – your career opportunities are limitless!

Equality and Diversity

Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Allina Health complies with federal requirements to verify the employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Allina Health is an E-Verify employer.

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