Pediatric LPN/CMA—Daytime Clinic Nurse (Mon-Fri + Sat 6mo)

Job Description: Essentia Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant to serve in the pediatric practice at our Park Rapids Clinic in Park Rapids, Minnesota. This LPN or CMA works 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday, with one weekday off. No holiday or on-call rotations are required, but two Saturday shifts will be required every six months. We are willing to offer a medical assistant apprenticeship to the right candidate, providing a paid training and certification experience in exchange for a one-year employment commitment upon completion of the program. Education Qualifications: Education as required for licensure. About Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows in the care you provide. Driven by our mission to make a healthy difference in people’s lives, our clinical and support teams come together every day to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to the communities we are privileged to serve. Here, you’ll find an award-winning culture built around genuine work-life balance, long-term stability, and the resources you need to continually grow your career. See why Essentia Health is truly like nowhere else: Why Choose Park Rapids Clinic? At Essentia Health’s Park Rapids Clinic, you get the best of both worlds: the resources and advanced specialty care of an integrated regional health system, paired with the warmth and connection of a tight-knit community practice. Serving patients across the Heartland Lakes region, our clinic offers comprehensive primary care, walk-in services, and visiting specialists in a supportive, multidisciplinary team environment. Working here means making a tangible impact on the health of your neighbors while enjoying an exceptional quality of life surrounded by northern Minnesota’s lakes, trails, and outdoor recreation. LPN or Medical Assistant ($21.72-$32.58 based on experience): 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. Medical Assistant Apprentice ($19.00 Flat Rate): 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. Upon graduation of the apprentice program, wage will increase to $21.72 hourly. Employees scheduled 24+ hours weekly enjoy these benefits: Health Insurance and HSA or FSA accounts Dental and Vision insurances Supplemental insurances- critical illness, accident, & hospital indemnity Paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insurance Supplemental Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual and 7 paid holidays per year Paid parental leave after one year Adoption assistance after one year Bereavement & Jury Duty (all regularly scheduled employees) All employees, including casual, enjoy these benefits: Take Charge (employee wellness program) Guidance Resources (free confidential counseling) Employee discount program 401(k) retirement account (traditional & Roth) 401(k) matching & discretionary contributions (subject to service requirements) Licensure/Certification Qualifications: LPN: Current LPN licensure with the Minnesota State Board of Nursing. CMA: current registration or certification as a medical assistant OR verifiable completion of a medical assistant program and must become certified withinone year of date of hire. Must pass certification withintwo attempts. Apprentice: Completion of the 14-week paid training program through Medcerts, with onsite clinicals. Upon completion, responsible for a 1-year commitment to work as a medical assistant. ALL: AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 3 months of hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr Essentia Health