Medical Assistant/LPN

About This Position

The Medical Assistant will manage patient flow throughout the clinic and assist providers in the management and treatment of their patients. Patients come from a variety of backgrounds and age groups requiring individualized care, including infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. The focus is on collaborative, supportive, and delegated tasks as described in the Blaze Health Medical Assistant scope of practice. Delegable tasks and competencies are specific to the role of the Supervising Nurse and Supervising Provider and are described by the Minnesota Board of Nursing and the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice. The Medical Assistant receives direction and collaborates with the Clinic Supervisor, Clinic Manager, and Providers to meet defined goals. Communication with the health care team regarding progress, concerns, questions, or problems is an essential element. Unit-based skills lists outline specific expectations, including technical procedures with competency assessment/validation. Skill and competency validations occur upon hire and on a schedule determined by Blaze Health.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage patient flow throughout the clinic.
• Assist providers in the management and treatment of patients.
• Collaborate with the health care team regarding patient progress, concerns, questions, or problems.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School graduate or equivalent (i.e. GED) required.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program accredited by a recognized accrediting organization (e.g., Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools) with on-the-job experience and training OR
• Graduate of a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) program accredited by a national health services organization (e.g., American Medical Technologists) with on-the-job experience and training and passing the RMA certification exam. OR
• Six (6) months of previous Medical Assistant experience within the North Memorial Health system.
• Previous experience in a clinical setting preferred.
• Passed X-Ray Operator’s examination, or willingness to take the exam according to individual clinic needs.
• Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks efficiently.
• Knowledge of and skill in using computer software applications.

Qualifications

• Current BLS Certification.
• Registered Medical Assistant certification required if RMA program attended.

Hours per two week pay period: 80

Shift: Days (8 hours)

Schedule: M-F anytime between 7:30 am - 5:30 pm

On-site position.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: B11 ($19.76 - $29.64), based on experience

Sign-On Bonus: Eligible for up to $3,000 (prorated based on FTE).

Compensation may include shift differential pay depending on the position and shift worked.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Work visa sponsorship is not available.