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LPN, Medical Assistant, or Apprentice - Full Time Days - West Acres Clinic

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Essentia Health

Fargo, North Dakota

Posted Aug 11 · New grads welcomed · reported

Shift
Days
Hours a week
40
Unit
General Internal Medicine

What the listing says

Role

Schedule
Days · 5 a week · 40 hours
Weekends
No weekends
Term
Permanent
On the floor
Precepting expected · No call
Practice
Union position
Setting
Hospital
More role details
Accepts
LPN
Experience
New graduates

Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.

Pay

Overtime
$21.72/hr

About this role

Building Location

West Acres Clinic

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Department

3021150 gen internal medicine - su

Essentia Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or CMA Apprentice to serve in the internal medicine practice at our West Acres Clinic in Fargo, North Dakota. This employee works 7:45 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. No weekend, holiday, or on-call rotations are required.

Education

Qualifications

Apprentice: High School Diploma or equivalent. LPN/CMA: 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: https://vimeo.com/284233541

LPN or Medical Assistant ($21.72-$32.58 based on experience):

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.

Medical Assistant Apprentice ($19.00 Flat Rate):

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. Upon graduation of the apprentice program, wage will increase to $21.72 hourly.

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 licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of North Dakota upon hire.

LPN: Minnesota LPN license required within 3 months of 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.

CMA: Must be registered as a Medication Assistant III through the North Dakota Board of Nursing within 60 days of hire/transfer. Clinical Assistant can NOT administer medication prior to being registered as a MAIII through the ND BON

Apprentice: Must enroll 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.

Apprentice: 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

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

Fte

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift Rotation

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

7:45 am

Shift End Time

5:00 pm

Weekends

No

Holidays

No

Call Obligation

No

Union

Compensation Range

$21.72 - $32.58

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.

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Requirements

  • Apprentice: High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • LPN/CMA: Education as required for licensure.
  • LPN: Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of North Dakota upon hire.
  • LPN: Minnesota LPN license required within 3 months of 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.
  • CMA: Must be registered as a Medication Assistant III through the North Dakota Board of Nursing within 60 days of hire/transfer. Clinical Assistant can NOT administer medication prior to being registered as a MAIII through the ND BON
  • Apprentice: Must enroll 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.
  • Apprentice: 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
  • All: AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 3 months of hire.

Benefits highlights

  • Wellness program
  • Paid jury duty
  • Paid parental leave
  • Health savings account
  • AD&D insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Disability insurance
  • Health insurance

Place

City
Fargo, North Dakota
Median rent
$946/mo

rent and tenant-paid utilities

Local household income
$66,998/yr

all local households, not nurse pay

Metro price level
9% below the national average

Fargo area index 90.9, where 100 is the national average.

Address
3000 32ND AVE SOUTH, FARGO, ND, 58104
CMS overall rating
3 of 5 stars (Care Compare, Sep 2026)
Beds
142
RN residency
ANCC-accredited: Essentia Health TTP Program - RN Residency at Essentia Health - Fargo, through Apr 2030

Fargo sits on the Red River along North Dakota's eastern edge, offering a friendly college-town atmosphere backed by steady healthcare demand. The city balances Midwest practicality with cultural amenities from nearby universities, making it an approachable landing spot for nurses seeking reliability over hustle.

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Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.

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