Clinical Assistant - LPN or CMA - per period

Clinical Assistant - LPN or CMA - (32 hours per period)

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This position may be assigned or rotate between any or all of the Mille Lacs Health System clinics.

Day Shift with Rotating Weekends.

Clinical Assistants (CA) are multi‑skilled to provide support for clinic operations within the scope of practice under direct supervision of the clinic Manager. CAs have knowledge of and utilize appropriate age‑related protocols relating to the physical and psychological needs of clients from infant/child through geriatrics. Must be self‑motivated, independent, and able to work well with team members. Knowledge of medical terminology and medical equipment/supplies, medication dosing, storage, and administration is required.

Must be able to work amidst multiple distractions while maintaining excellent interpersonal skills.

• Rooming of clients which includes but is not limited to: height, weight, blood pressure, visual acuity, color vision screening, and fully completes all documentation in the medical records for nurse visits, patient encounters and medication refills.
• Administration and documentation of oral and injectable medications and vaccinations.
• Accurate preparation and routing of electronic and faxed medication refill requests.
• Reception/clerical task which includes but is not limited to: scheduling appointments, verification of insurance, checking in for appointments, coordinating patient referrals, coordinating insurance medication prior authorizations, ordering of supplies and equipment, restocking of supplies, and accurate documentation of phone calls and patient care.
• Proper storage, handling and administration of vaccines; determine vaccines appropriate for patient based on past vaccine records, age and the CDC and MDH vaccine schedules.
• Perform and document phlebotomy, EKGs and waived lab testing.
• Assist the Physician/PA/CNP with continuance of patient care by coordinating diagnostic testing and referrals to inside and outside providers.
• Data collection for quality initiatives.
• Serve on various committees and task forces as assigned.
• Willing to train and provide a productive learning environment for students, externs and new staff.

• BLS Certification.
• Certification or registration from an accrediting body such as the AAMA or the ARMA (must successfully pass Certified Medical Assistant exam within six months of hire) or possess a Minnesota practical nursing license through the Minnesota Board of Nursing.
• Knowledge of nursing principles, policies, procedures and medical ethics equivalent to years of experience.
• Excellent communication skills across disciplines and at various levels.
• Attention to detail, organization and prioritization skills.
• Basic computer skills and comprehension including Word.

• Health care/Clinic experience.
• Phlebotomy and lab experience.
• X‑ray certification and/or experience.

• Medical, Dental and Vision.
• Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• Tuition Reimbursement, Discounts and Scholarship Programs.
• Retirement Plans.
• Long‑Term and Short‑Term Disability.
• Health Savings Account.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Wellness Program.
• Service and Pharmacy Discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Holiday Pay.

$22.09 - $33.14 per hour.

Mille Lacs Health System may obtain information about you from a third party consumer reporting agency for employment purposes. Thus, you may be the subject of a "consumer report" which may include information about your character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and/or mode of living. These reports may contain information regarding your criminal history, social security verification, motor vehicle records ("driving records"), verification of your education or employment history, or other background checks.

You have the right, upon written request made within a reasonable time, to request whether a consumer report has been run about you and to request a copy of your report. These searches will be conducted by Verified Credentials, LLC, 20890 Kenbridge Court, Lakeville, MN 55044, ,  The scope of this disclosure is all-encompassing, however, allowing the Company to obtain from any outside organization all manner of consumer reports throughout the course of your employment to the extent permitted by law.