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Medical Assistant Apprentice, Medical Assistant, or LPN - OBGYN

SMDC Medical Center

Duluth, Minnesota

Posted Sep 23

Shift and hours
Rotating
License
LPN license
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
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.
License
Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in appropriate state, i.e.
Certification
Upon completion of the apprentice program, NHA Board CCMA Certification is required within 6 months of completing the apprentice education program and the on the job hours requirement OR Enrolled in the Med Certs training program.
Certification
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.
Certification
(Must pass certification within two attempts)
Certification
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified, or able to obtain within 3 months.After hire · within 3 months
Experience
1 Year commitment to Essentia required.
Also asks
Medical Assistant Apprentice (Flat rate salary $19.00/hour)
Also asks
As an apprentice, the Clinical Assistant in Training will perform identified procedures individually once competencies have been demonstrated.
Also asks
Cares for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted on age-related category.
Also asks
Enrolled in the Clinic Assistant Training Apprenticeship Program advancing through learning modules for 14 weeks as skills are acquired to perform the Clinical Assistant position.
Also asks
LPNs cannot practice in this capacity.
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Medical Assistant or LPN (Salary $21.00 - 30.89)
Also asks
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.
Also asks
You will perform identified procedures for which competencies have been demonstrated.
Also asks
You will care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted on age-related category.

The workplace

SMDC Medical Center
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Original listing

Posted on SMDC Medical Center’s careers page.

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Department
2901430 Ob And Gynecology - Eh Dc

Seeking a Medical Assistant Apprentice, Medical Assistant, or a Licensed Practical Nurse to serve in Essentia Health's OBGYN Clinic. This position will work 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 Clinic Assistant Training Apprenticeship Program advancing through learning modules for 14 weeks as skills are acquired to perform the Clinical Assistant position. Upon completion of the apprentice program, NHA Board CCMA Certification is required within 6 months of completing the apprentice education program and the on the job hours requirement OR Enrolled in the Med Certs training program. LPNs cannot practice in this capacity.

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified, or able to obtain within 3 months. 1 Year commitment to Essentia required. Medical Assistant or LPN (Salary $21.00 - 30.89) 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

0.8

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift Rotation

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

0800

Shift End Time

1630

Weekends

Holidays

No

Call Obligation

No

Union

DC USWA Main & Neighborhoods (DCUMN)

Union Posting Deadline

09/30/2026

Compensation Range

$19.00 - $19.00

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 (218) 576-0000.

What's around it?

In Duluth, MN

Duluth, MNFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 11% below the US average

Median rent
$1,087/mo
Household income
$68,807/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Duluth, MN

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