Medical Assistant

Children's Minnesota; West Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Children's Minnesota is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a pediatric setting. Responsibilities include escorting patients, preparing and administering medications, and assisting with procedures and testing.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and MA program completion or RN/LPN licensure is preferred. The role supports clinical teams across hospital and clinic sites, emphasizes patient dignity and confidentiality, and requires compliance with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• MA program completion or RN/LPN licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and document information.
• Prepare and administer medications and injections as directed.
• Assist with procedures and tests such as hearing/vision, rapid strep, nebulizer treatments, and urine tests.
• Perform and assist with specimen collection and processing in a respectful, confidential manner.
• Maintain knowledge of and comply with all relevant laws, regulations, and policies.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Basic laboratory skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program or LPN/LVN/RN program

Job description

About Children’s Minnesota

Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org.

Department Overview

At Children’s Minnesota, we’re focused on a vision to become every family’s essential partner in raising healthier children. We strive each day to create a work environment where professionals can come to bring this vision to life. In addition to hospitals in both Minneapolis and St. Paul, Children’s has pediatric, specialty and rehab clinics throughout the metro area. Our Clinics not only offer a small office atmosphere; they also provide you the opportunity to become a valued member of a larger prominent Healthcare system.

Position Summary

• Escort patients to exam room and appropriately document information.


• Prepare and administer medications and injections as directed by a clinician.


• Perform and assist with procedures and treatments as directed by clinician, such as; administering hearing/vision tests, rapid strep testing, nebulizer treatments and urine catheterizations.


• Perform laboratory specimen collection and processing to ensure the accurate and appropriate performance of patient testing while maintaining patient dignity, comfort and confidentiality.


• Maintain knowledge of, and comply with, all relevant laws, regulations and policies, procedures and standards.

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program OR completion of an LPN/LVN or RN program.

Preferred

• 1 year experience in a clinic setting or completion of Medical Assistant externship at a Children's Minnesota Clinic.


• Pediatric experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Phlebotomy and basic laboratory skills (if required by clinic site).

License/Certifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Physical Demands

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The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. Annual salaries displayed are based on full-time employment (40 standard hrs per week). Annual salaries for part-time positions will be prorated based on the employee’s scheduled weekly hours in relation to the full-time standard. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs. In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on-call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. Children’s Minnesota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.