Medical Assistant Apprentice, Medical Assistant, or LPN - OBGYN

Paradox; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN is seeking a Medical Assistant Apprentice, Medical Assistant, or a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the OBGYN Clinic. The role supports RNs and providers in ambulatory care, with a Monday–Friday schedule, no holidays or weekends.

Apprentice track offers 14-week learning modules, with CCMA certification required within 6 months after program completion, or enrollment in Med Certs training. BCLS certification expected within 3 months. 0.8 FTE with day rotation.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship program with on-the-job hours and competency demonstration.
• Current BCLS certification or ability to obtain within 3 months.
• Licensure or certification as Medical Assistant or LPN with required timelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN, physician and providers with direct patient care in ambulatory setting.
• Perform identified procedures once competencies are demonstrated.
• Care for patients from newborn to elderly as per age-related guidelines.

Skills

BCLS certification

Education

Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program

Med Certs training program

CCMA certification within 6 months

LPN licensure or certification

Job description

Building Location:

Building A - Duluth Clinic - 1st Street

Department:

2901430 OB AND GYNECOLOGY - EH DC

Job Description:

Seeking a Medical Assistant Apprentice, Medical Assistant, or a Licensed Practical Nurse to serve in Essentia Health's OBGYN Clinic. This position will work Monday through Friday no holidays or weekends.

Education Qualifications:

Medical Assistant Apprentice (Flat rate salary $19.00/hour)

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.

• Enrolled in the Clinic Assistant Training Apprenticeship Program advancing through learning modules for 14 weeks as skills are acquired to perform the Clinical Assistant position. Upon completion of the apprentice program, NHA Board CCMA Certification is required within 6 months of completing the apprentice education program and the on the job hours requirement OR Enrolled in the Med Certs training program.
• LPNs cannot practice in this capacity.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified, or able to obtain within 3 months.

1 Year commitment to Essentia required.

Medical Assistant or LPN (Salary $21.00 - 30.89)

You will assist the 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.

You will perform identified procedures for which competencies have been demonstrated.

You will care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted on age-related category.

Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in appropriate state, i.e. Minnesota, Wisconsin, OR 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)

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified, or able to obtain within 3 months.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

FTE:

0.8

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

0800

Shift End Time:

1630

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

DC USWA Main & Neighborhoods (DCUMN)

Union Posting Deadline:

09/30/2026

Compensation Range:

$19.00 - $19.00

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 your HR Service Center at [phone].