Medical Assistant/LPN

About This Position

The Medical Assistant will manage the patient flow throughout the clinic and assist providers in the management and treatment of their patients. Patients come from a variety of backgrounds and various age groups requiring individualized care including infants, children, adolescents, adults, or geriatrics. The focus of the Medical Assistant 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 the defined goals of the customer, shift, department, and organization. Communication with the health care team related to progress, concerns, questions, or problems that arise are an essential element of the Medical Assistant role. Unit-based skills list outlines specific expectations including technical procedures with competency assessment/validation. Skill and competency validations will occur upon hire and on a schedule determined by Blaze Health based on the Blaze Health Mandatory Education, Training, Education, License, Registration, and Certification policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage patient flow throughout the clinic.
• Assist providers in the management and treatment of patients.
• Collaborate with the Clinic Supervisor, Clinic Manager, and Providers.
• Communicate 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 (i.e., 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 (i.e., 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 willing to take exam according to individual clinic needs.
• Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks in an efficient manner.
• Knowledge of or skill in using computer software applications.
• Current BLS Certification.
• Registered Medical Assistant certification required if RMA program attended.

Work Details

• Work Group: Non Contract
• Hours per two-week pay period: 80
• Shift: Days 8 hours
• Weekend Requirement: None
• Call Requirement: None
• Remote or On-site: On-site
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Salary Range: B11 ($19.76 - $29.64), based on experience
• Sign-On Bonus: Eligible for up to $3,000. Bonus is prorated based on FTE.
• Shift Differential: Compensation may include shift differential pay depending on the position and shift worked.
• Employment Sponsorship: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.