Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Rochester, MN

Planned Parenthood North Central States – Rochester, MN Position: Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Pay: $20–$25 per hour (MA) or $24–$28 per hour (LPN) Schedule: Full‑time, 40 hours per week Clinic hours: Monday‑Friday, 9:00‑5:00 pm Location: 1212 7th Street NW, Rochester, MN 55901 Job type: Non‑Exempt Travel: Travel to Twin Cities metro or Mankato expected during training. Travel time paid, mileage reimbursed, and lodging provided Union: SEIU representative Questions? Contact View email address on click.appcast.io Job Summary Under immediate supervision of the Health Center Manager, the Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse performs routine clinic duties associated with a reproductive health program within the scope of their MA training/LPN licensure. They provide customer service and patient care, supporting health center operations and advocating for sexual and reproductive health care. Responsibilities include patient history review, lab processing, contraceptive supply provision, unbiased education, inventory support, and clinician assistance. Benefits and Perks Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with equity‑based premium tiers Free virtual primary care for entire household (NICE HEALTHCARE) HealthiestYou – virtual care for employees outside the NICE network (ND and SD) Proximal Health – cost‑effective provider network with $1,500 tax‑free benefit Employee Assistance Program Continued Education Reimbursement: up to $1000 per year & 2 paid CEU days Flex Spending Account Life Insurance Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Paid time off: PTO starting at .05769 accrual rate per hour worked 8 hours volunteer paid time off annually 8 paid federal holidays & 2 paid floating holidays 403(b) retirement with employer match, 50% for the first 6% deferred 8 weeks Paid Parental Leave Pet Insurance Bereavement Leave Earned Extended Leave Free subscription to Headspace App Time off to vote Employee discounts: electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars, fitness memberships, groceries, Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell & more Additional Benefits Start date flexibility Comprehensive paid training with classroom, mock clinic, and shadowing shifts Shift differentials: $1.50/hr (weekend), $3.00/hr (evening), $4.00/hr (float/travel), $2.00/hr (Bilingual), $3.00/hr (ultrasound) Travel reimbursement Schedules created six weeks in advance Option to pick up additional shifts, including at other locations Minimum Qualifications Medical Assistant (MA): Completion of a Medical Assisting diploma program, an associate degree in Medical Assisting, current EMT/Paramedic licensure, or 6+ months experience as a Health Center AssociateII at PPNCS Current Basic Life Support Certificate High School diploma or equivalent Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Active LPN license in Minnesota Current Basic Life Support Certificate Your Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities Interview and screen patients, review patient history, document in electronic medical record, prepare patients for examinations/procedures, assess or triage complaints, monitor vital signs Perform routine laboratory tests including venipuncture; communicate results; ensure follow‑up and process incoming lab data Provide factual patient education on birth‑control methods, consult with clinician, and give unbiased, specific instructions on chosen method Inform patients non‑directive on unintended pregnancy options and provide supporting materials Provide unbiased information to clients seeking abortion; explain medication vs surgical abortion Refer patients per protocol, perform follow‑up, and document care plan Follow federal, state, and local laws regarding mandated reporting, abortion services, healthcare services, and HIPAA Provide contraceptive supplies and medications (including injectables), perform venipuncture, manage medical emergencies per protocol, and control inventory Communicate policies and procedures to clinicians and staff; keep clinic manuals up to date Maintain working knowledge of Planned Parenthood policies and apply them to patient and clinic services Supervise nursing functions as delegated; support onboarding and cross‑training of staff Collaborate with and provide coverage at assigned health centers Administer mild and moderate sedation; assist physician with surgical procedures; monitor patient stability; perform macroscopic exam of tissue post‑procedure Perform ultrasound medical services per Planned Parenthood North Central States Medical Standards and Guidelines Supervise and assess patient post‑procedure recovery; perform other clinical skills within scope of training and state laws Immunization Requirements HepatitisB vaccination record and titer Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) record or proof of immunization Chickenpox record or proof of immunization Tetanus shot documentation Tuberculosis PPD skin test no older than 12months Equal Opportunity and Union Notice Planned Parenthood is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage all interested candidates to apply regardless of initial skill set. All employees in this position are covered by the SEIU bargaining unit. Union dues may be deducted from paychecks up to 2.25% of gross pay in accordance with state law. Any job offer will be contingent upon the results of a background investigation. #J-18808-Ljbffr