LPN or Medical Assistant - 24 Hours Weekly - Brainerd Podiatry Clinic

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:Essentia Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant to serve in the podiatry practice at our Brainerd Clinic in Brainerd, Minnesota. This LPN or CMA works 24 hours weekly, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday, with two floating weekdays off. A $2500 sign-on incentive is available for this position. No weekend, holiday, or on-call rotations are required. This employee will work primarily with our wound care nurse practitioner, so comfortability with this type of care is essential. We are also excited to share that the podiatry clinic will be moving into our brand new Ortho Center when it opens in November!

Education Qualifications:

• Education as required for licensure.

About Essentia Health:

We are a top-rated employer offering work-life balance, long term career stability, opportunities for growth, and work you can be passionate about!  Our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve.  We are like nowhere else: 

What You'll Do:

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. Key roles and responsibilities include:

• Patient Care and Monitoring: Perform routine assessments such as measuring vital signs, recording patient histories, and observing symptoms to assist in diagnosing and monitoring patient health.

• Assisting with Procedures: Support physicians and nurse practitioners during examinations and minor procedures by preparing equipment, assisting with patient positioning, and ensuring proper infection control.

• Medication Administration: Administer prescribed medications, including injections and oral drugs, and monitor patients for any adverse reactions or side effects, ensuring accurate documentation.

• Coordination of Care: Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans and assist in coordinating follow-up appointments and referrals.

• Patient Intake and Preparation: Conduct initial patient intake processes, including gathering medical histories, updating personal information, and preparing patients for examination or diagnostic testing.

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 is the state of Minnesota upon hire.

• 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.

• BOTH: AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 3 months of hire.

• Experience in long term care or wound care is preferred.

Employee 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 ziprecruiter.com.

Job Location: Brainerd Clinic

Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start/End: 8:00 am/4:30 pm

Hours Per Pay Period: 48

Compensation Range: $21.72 - $32.58 / hour

FTE: 1

Weekends: No

Sign On Bonus: $2500