LPN, Medical Assistant, or Apprentice - 24 Hours Weekly - Urgent Care

Building Location:

St Marys - Detroit Lakes Clinic

Department:

3201550 URGENT CARE - DL CLIN

Job Description:

Essentia Health is seeking a licensed practical nurse or certified medical assistant to serve in the urgent care at St. Mary's Clinic in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. This LPN or CMA works 24 hours weekly. The walk-in clinic schedule is 7:45 am to 8:00 pm Monday through Friday and 7:45 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday. There is no on-call requirement, but every third weekend and a holiday rotation are required. 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 the Urgent Care? Joining the Urgent Care team at Essentia Health St. Mary’s-Detroit Lakes means delivering vital, walk-in care backed by the comprehensive resources of a fully integrated medical campus. Embedded alongside our hospital and multi-specialty clinic, our fast-paced urgent care environment provides immediate access to on-site imaging, laboratory services, and seamless specialty escalation—empowering you to practice at the top of your scope with robust collaborative support. You’ll care for a dynamic patient population across all ages in a tight-knit community, balancing the autonomy and excitement of acute, outpatient medicine with the stability, career growth, and mission-driven culture of an ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designated healthcare system—all while enjoying an exceptional quality of life in the heart of Minnesota’s premier lake country.

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 within one year of date of hire. Must pass certification within two 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.

FTE:

0.6

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

7:45 am

Shift End Time:

8:00 pm

Weekends:

Every Third

Holidays:

Yes

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range: $21.72 - $32.58Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io.