Medical Assistant ENT

Allina Health; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Allina Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and nursing staff in delivering timely, quality patient care in Saint Paul, MN. You will assist with rooming patients, managing patient flow, and communicating with patients and families.

Responsibilities include injections, specimen handling, coordinating tests and results, and data entry in EMR. A Medical Assistant program with externship hours is required; the role includes a 1.0 FTE, day shifts, and a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Must have completed a Medical Assistant program or equivalent healthcare education.
• Candidates with fewer than six months of MA experience must have at least 160 clinical externship hours.
• High school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and manage patient flow; obtain adequate medical information and document in EMR.
• Assist with injections and procedures; support patient care and education.
• Coordinate lab results, imaging, and test data with providers and RN.
• Provide front desk/back-up support as needed and maintain a safe clinical environment.
• Ensure instruments and rooms are stocked and compliant with safety standards.

Skills

Patient care

Medical terminology

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Medical Assistant program or healthcare education program

160 hours externship/clinical practicum

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR documentation

Phlebotomy assistance

Job description

Location Address:

1021 Bandana Blvd ESuite 100Saint Paul, MN 55108-5109

Date Posted:

July 31, 2026

Department:

62835605 ENT and Audiology

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

SEIU-6-Aspen Clerical and Technical-TAP

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:

• 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)
• 8-hour day shift
• No weekends or holidays
• Flexibility to float between ENT clinic locations is required per Union contract, including Bloomington, Apple Valley, Plymouth West Health, Woodbury and Vadnais Heights
• Eligible for mileage and float pay reimbursement
• Benefit Eligibility

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

• Room patients, manage patient flow and obtain 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.
• Perform 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 and manufacturer directions or standards.
  • Follows all policies, procedures, standard work, and proper techniques when providing patient care.
  • Cleans, 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: $23.48 to $29.96 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hourly 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.

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. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) – voluntary, employee‑led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization’s mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• 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.