Medical Assistant

Salary: $23.20 - $34.80 Hourly
Location : Ramsey County Public Health Center, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2026-00479
Department: Public Health
Division: CISvcs/Family Planning
Opening Date: 10/13/2026
Closing Date: 10/27/2026 11:59 PM Central
Union: Local 8 - General County
FLSA Status: nonexempt


Position Summary


This vacancy is with the Public Health department. The eligibility list created by this vacancy may be used to hire other vacancies in the department or County.


This Medical Assisstant position is split between the immunization and tuberculosis clinical services teams. In the immunization clinic duties include assisting the nursing staff with immunization administration, temperature monitoring, vaccination supply management, providing health care education, assist in immunization outreach efforts, and clerical duty support. In the tuberculosis clinic, duties include assisting the providers and nursing staff with appointments, providing medication education, completing follow-up orders including medication refills, and monitoring medication inventory. Other duties can include taking x-rays if certified and assisting in outreach activities.

To provide assistance to nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians or other health care professionals by performing designated activities and duties relating to treatment and general health status which require specialized knowledge and skills; to take and process diagnostic radiographs; and to perform related duties as assigned.

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Examples of Work Performed

1. Assist physician and/or nursing staff with medical examinations, minor surgery, bandaging and irrigations.
2. Administer and/or distribute medications as directed by a physician or other qualified health care staff.
3. Instruct patients on proper use of medications and other related information.
4. Provide information concerning health care education, services and resources.
5. Collect, prepare, and perform designated laboratory tests, such as, but not limited to, blood tests, urinalysis, and pregnancy tests as ordered.
6. Perform routine health screening tasks, including but not limited to blood pressure, height, weight, vision, and hearing tests.
7. Perform venipuncture, electrocardiograms, administer injections and assist with hematological functions.
8. Take and process x-rays at health clinics as needed.
9. Assist in mass screening, immunization programs, and community prevention efforts.
10. Interview patients to obtain health histories and information on general health status.
11. Assist in the maintenance and preparation of examination rooms and medical equipment.
12. Prepare patients for examination(s) and/or laboratory test(s).
13. Assist with clerical duties such as, but not limited to: filing, data entry, appointment scheduling, recording in patient's charts, handling phone calls, providing basic clinic information over the phone, and completing medical records and insurance forms.

(The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this description and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13.

Minimum Qualifications
Education: High school graduation or equivalent; plus, graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) accredited Medical Assistant Program.
Experience: None.
Substitution: Equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Certifications/Licensure: (1) Must be a certified or registered Medical Assistant. (2)Radiology Certification may be required depending on job assignment(3) A valid driver's license may be required depending on job assignment.

Exam/Screening Process Information
The examination process will consist of the following section with each section weighted as indicated:

• Training and Experience Rating = 100%

The examination for Medical Assistant will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. Not all applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will pass the training and experience rating. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on your answers to the questions - do not mark "see resume" or "see work history" as a response. Please answer all your questions clearly and completely. Failure to respond could affect your score and final rank on this examination.


Eligible List : The names of all applicants who filed a properly completed application and passed the examination/screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for an employment opportunity as a Medical Assistant. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to conduct interviews to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for 30 days or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted.

Veteran's Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process . Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application. Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

E-Verify Participation : Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.


Equal Opportunity Employer : Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin.

Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives to be equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.


To print a paper application for this posting click You will need to print this posting and answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.


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Ramsey County provides a wide range of employee benefits to support health, well-being, and work/life balance. Benefits eligibility can vary depending on union status/contract language. A summary of benefits is provided below. Detailed information is available for review at

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • The County contributes a bargained percentage to the medical and dental monthly premium
  • Employees choose from four enrollment tiers: Single, Employee + legally married spouse, Employee + Child(ren), Family
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance - three plan options including a High Deductible Plan with a Health Saving Account offered. Earn up to $20/month in electronic gift cards for each enrolled employee or spouse for wellness activity
  • MetLife Dental Insurance - two plan options offered
  • VSP Vision Insurance - Advantage Plan offered

• Pre-tax Benefit Program
  • Pre-tax medical, dental, vision monthly premium deduction option
  • Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • County monthly contribution to a Health Savings Account for employees who elect the High Deductible medical plan

• Paid time off
  • Vacation hours, accrued based on years of service, ranging from 12 to 25 days per year (pro-rated for part-time employees)
  • 11 scheduled holidays and two floating holidays
  • Up to eight weeks of 100% paid parental leave, plus additional use of sick time as noted below
  • Sick hours accrued at a rate of three weeks per year, which can be used for medical and dental care; injury or illness for you, your spouse or children; the birth or adoption of a child (up to 80 hours) or the death of a family member (up to 40 hours)
  • Wellness incentive allows conversion of unused sick time to vacation or pay

• Retirement benefits
  • Pension - The county contributes at least 7.5% of your salary to your pension, depending on bargaining unit. Unlike other retirement investments, pension payments are a lifetime benefit once you start collecting payments
  • New employees become vested after three years. For the Police and Fire union, employees are vested after 10 years
  • Deferred compensation - 457(b) account with employer match
  • Health Care Savings Plan - all benefits-eligible employees contribute 1% of gross regular salary to a Health Care Savings Plan account for eligible health care expenses after retirement. Interest accrues tax free. County provides a scheduled contribution after five years of participation

• Transit and parking
  • Fully funded Metropass.
  • Transportation/parking expenses reimbursement account

• Employee well-being
  • Employee assistance program, including telephone counseling, financial counseling, rideshare benefits, etc.
  • Wellness programming
  • Flexible work policy with hybrid work options for eligible positions

• Life Insurance and Disability leave
  • County provided Basic Life coverage - 1x annual salary, minimum $10,000 up to a maximum of $50,000. Optional supplemental coverage available
  • Long-term Disability - County provided coverage replaces 40% of the employee's lost income after six months of disability, subject to a $5,000 monthly maximum. Option to purchase an additional 20% income replacement up to $7,500 monthly maximum
  • Short-term Disability - option to purchase 60% income replacement coverage with 30, 60 or 90-day waiting period

• Career development
  • Tuition reimbursement, up to $4,000 per year
  • Online professional development opportunities through the Learning & Development Center
  • County employment qualifies as a public service organization for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Employee resource groups - help employees build connections through common bonds with colleagues

For information about Ramsey County's 2026 benefits, visit:
01


*Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The supplemental questionnaire will be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Provide complete information for each question. Do not write "see resume" as it is not an acceptable answer. The experiences you indicate in your responses will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Select "yes" if you have read and understand.

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

03


Did you graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program?

• Yes
• No

04


If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, please attach a copy of your registration or certification card. In the space below, provide the name of the accredited Medical Assistant program that you graduated from and enter your certification or registration identification number. Please note this information is required to meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
05


How many years of full-time experience do you have working as a Medical Assistant?

• Less than one year of experience
• At least one year of experience, but less than two years
• At least two years of experience, but less than three years
• At least three years of experience, but less than four years
• At least four years of experience, but less than five years
• Five years of experience or more

06


Describe, in detail, the experience indicated in the previous question. Also include the name of your employer and length of employment.
07


Which of the following has been part of your experience as a Medical Assistant?Check all that apply.

• I am proficient in giving adult immunizations
• I am proficient in giving pediatric immunizations
• I am competent in performing routine health screenings
• I am proficient in medication injections
• I am competent in the refill medication process
• I am proficient in rooming clients with weight and blood pressures
• I am proficient in distributing medications as directed by a physician or other qualified health care staff
• I am competent in taking and processing x-rays
• None of the above

08


Which languages, besides English, do you have experience holding health-related conversations or translating?

• Spanish
• Hmong
• Karen
• Other
• None

09


Which of the following has been part of your experience working as a Medical Assistant, after completing your schooling?Check all that apply.

• I have work experience with an Electronic Medical Records System.
• I have work experience in documenting information into patient records.
• I am familiar with HIPPA practices.
• I am familiar with collecting insurance information and checking eligibility.
• I am familiar with the medical referral process.
• None of the above

10


Which best describes your experience and training using Microsoft Office Word Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)?

• No significant experience
• Basic user experience
• Intermediate user experience
• Advanced user and/or trainer

11


Describe your experience and training indicated in question 10. Include examples and length of experience using applications.
Required Question