About this role
Building Location:
West Duluth ClinicDepartment:
2221800 FAMILY PRACTICE - WESTJob Description:
Seeking a Medical Assistant Apprentice, Medical Assistant, or a Licensed Practical Nurse to serve in Essentia Health Clinic. This position will works Monday through Friday no holidays or weekends.Education Qualifications:
Medical Assistant Apprentice (Flat rate salary $19.00/hour)
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.
Enrolled in the In-Clinic Assistant Training Apprenticeship Program (ICATAP) advancing through learning modules every 3 months for 12 months as skills are acquired to perform the Clinical Assistant position. Upon completion of the ICATAP apprentice program, CCMA Board Certification is required within 12 months of completing the apprentice education program and meeting the on the job hours requirement.
*LPNs cannot be used in this capacity.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified, or able to obtain within 3 months.
Medical Assistant or LPN (Salary $20.39 - 29.99)
You will assist the 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.
You will perform identified procedures for which competencies have been demonstrated.
You will care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted on age-related category.
Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in appropriate state, i.e. Minnesota, Wisconsin, OR 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)
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified, or able to obtain within 3 months.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
FTE:
1Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation:
Day Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start Time:
0715 - 0830Shift End Time:
1515 - 1730Weekends:
Holidays:
NoCall Obligation:
NoUnion:
DC USWA Main & Neighborhoods (DCUMN)Union Posting Deadline:
01/23/2026Compensation Range:
$19.00 - $19.00Employee 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 (218) 576-0000.Other facts
About Essentia Health
Essentia Health is an integrated health system serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota.
Headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, Essentia Health combines the strengths and talents of more than 15,000 employees, including more than 2,200 physicians and advanced practitioners, who serve our patients and communities through the mission of being called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives.
Essentia Health, which includes many Catholic facilities, is guided by the values of Quality, Hospitality, Respect, Joy, Justice, Stewardship, and Teamwork. The organization lives out its mission by having a patient-centered focus at 14 hospitals, 78 clinics, six long-term care facilities, six assisted living and independent living facilities, six ambulance services, 24 retail pharmacies, and one research institute.
What you'll do
- Assist RN, Physician, and other providers with direct patient care in the ambulatory setting. Perform identified procedures for which competencies have been demonstrated.
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