Medical Assistant General Surgery

Location Address:
280 North Smith AveSuite 700ASaint Paul, MN 55102-2972
Date Posted:
August 25, 2026
Department:
62815600 General Surgery East
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Shift Length:
8 hour shift
Hours Per Week:
32
Union Contract:
Non-Union-NCT
Weekend Rotation:
None
Job Summary:
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.
Key Position Details:

**$2,000 starting bonus available for eligible external talent**

• .8 FTE (64 hours per two-week pay period)
• 8-hour day shift
• No weekends
• Benefit Eligibility
• Assists the Surgical and Procedural Service Line, primarily supporting the General Surgery Clinic, with opportunities to cross-train within the department once fully onboarded and established in the role.
• Primarily based at the United Campus - Doctors Professional Building, with one day per week currently scheduled at the Apple Valley Clinic.
• Eligible for mileage reimbursement when traveling beyond the assigned home site.
• May occasionally float to other clinic locations to provide cross-coverage and support alternate providers as needed.

Job Description:

Provides support to providers and the nursing staff in the delivery of timely, quality patient health care services. Some duties include assisting with rooming patients, managing patient flow, administering medication, and communication with patients.

Principle Responsibilities

• Rooms patients, manages patient flow and obtains adequate patient medical information/data.
  • Collects and confirms pt information via interview, questionnaires, vital signs and accurately documents in EMR according to documentation standards.
  • Assists patients, as necessary, to prepare for physician exam, including providing psycho-emotional support
  • Assists with the collection, labeling, and processing of specimens.
  • Facilitates obtaining lab/imaging results.
  • Works with the electronic medical records in basket, responding to messages as delegated by RN or provider.
  • May need to help cover front desk and provide backup to patient registration/scheduling.
• Performs patient care tasks as delegated by Provider or RN
  • Performs injections.
  • Assists with procedures.
  • Supports patient care and reinforces patient information regarding tests, labs, procedure preparation, treatment plan, preventative or other health information.
  • Coordinates results of tests, procedures etc. with provider or RN.
  • May prepare refill information for provider to review and prescribe.
  • May assist with patient transportation.
• Contributes to an environment that is safe for patients, visitors, and employees.
  • Reports environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to Supervisor and via safety huddles.
  • Uses equipment following policies, procedures and manufacturer directions or standards.
  • Follows all policies, procedures, standard work, and proper techniques when providing patient care.
  • Cleans, stocks, maintains inventory for exam, medication and supply rooms.
  • Reports any acute problems and changes in patient's condition.
  • Applies High reliable safety principles to all interactions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required principle competencies as listed on the job description
• Candidates must have completed a Medical Assistant program or a comparable healthcare education program with a similar scope of clinical training
• Candidates with fewer than six (6) months of Medical Assistant experience must have completed a minimum of 160 hours of clinical externship or equivalent clinical practicum

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous Medical Assistant experience
• Medical Terminology

Licenses/Certifications

• Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
  • Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
• Medical Assistant certification preferred. Acceptable certifications include:
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA - AAMA)
  • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA - AMT)
  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA - NHA)
  • National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA - NCCT)
  • Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA - NHA)

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $22.04 to $30.01 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.


Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.


We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.