Medical Assistant or LPN - Family Practice

Essentia Health; Ashland (WI); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Essentia Health Ashland Clinic is hiring for an ambulatory care role. The incumbent assists RNs, physicians and other providers, delivering direct patient care in a busy clinic setting.

The position requires current LPN licensure or Medical Assistant certification with plans to certify within one year; BCLS is also required or obtainable within three months. The role is 0.8 FTE with day shifts starting early morning in Ashland, WI.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in appropriate state (e.g., Wisconsin) or current registration/certification as a Medical Assistant.
• Must become certified within one year of date of hire (pass certification within two attempts).
• BCLS certification within 3 months (not required for Department 46680 Registry Management Team).

Responsibilities

• Assist RN, Physician and other providers; provide direct patient care in ambulatory setting.
• Perform identified procedures within demonstrated competencies.
• Care for patients from newborn to elderly as age-related category indicates.

Job description

Building Location:

Ashland Clinic

Department:

2241800 FAMILY PRACTICE - ASH

Job Description:

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.

Education Qualifications:

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

• 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), OR if Essentia Health trained CMA Apprentice must have completion of Medical Assistant Program and become certified within 4 months of transfer. (applicable to any CMA apprentice hired after 7/1/26)

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified, or able to obtain within 3 months. (Department 46680 – Registry Management Team: BCLS certification is not required)

FTE:

0.8

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

0700 - 0845

Shift End Time:

1500- 1745

Weekends:

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

Union:

DC USWA Ashland (DCUAS)

Compensation Range:

$21.82 - $30.57

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].

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