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LPN or Medical Assistant - 32 Hours Weekly - Detroit Lakes Clinic in Detroit Lakes
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$58,754 / year median in Minnesota
-7% projected decline
Job Description
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Job Ref:
3179243973
Employer:
Network Company Name:
Essentia Health Industry:
Healthcare other
Job Type:
Full Time State:
Minnesota City:
Detroit Lakes Zip Code:
56501
Post Date:
09/17/2026
Job Description Job Description Building Location:
St Marys -
Detroit Lakes Clinic Department:
FAMILY PRACTICE - DL CLIN
Essentia Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant to serve in the family practice at St. Mary's Clinic in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. This LPN or CMA works 8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday, with one weekday off. No weekend, holiday, or on-call rotations are required.
Education Qualifications:
Education as required for licensure.
About Essentia Health:
At Essentia Health, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows in the care you provide. Driven by our mission to make a healthy difference in people's lives, our clinical and support teams come together every day to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to the communities we are privileged to serve. Here, you'll find an award-winning culture built around genuine work-life balance, long-term stability, and the resources you need to continually grow your career. See why Essentia Health is truly like nowhere else: Why Choose Detroit Lakes Clinic? Bring your passion for patient-centered care to Essentia Health-St. Mary's Clinic in Detroit Lakes, where the warmth of a lakeside community clinic meets the clinical reach of a premier regional health network. Connected directly to Essentia Health-St. Mary's Hospital, our clinic serves as the primary and specialty care anchor for Becker County and the surrounding lake country. Here, you'll collaborate with a close-knit, multidisciplinary team of providers and specialists spanning family medicine, pediatrics, women's health, orthopedics, cardiology, and oncology. You'll enjoy the distinct advantage of practicing comprehensive outpatient medicine with immediate access to hospital resources, advanced diagnostic imaging, and surgical suites right down the hall. Outside of work, Detroit Lakes delivers the ultimate Minnesota lake-life balance-surrounded by more than 400 crystal-clear lakes, scenic state trails, a thriving downtown, and year-round outdoor recreation that makes every weekend feel like a getaway.
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. 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 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. AHA Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 3 months of hire.
FTE:
0.8
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation:
Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time:
8 am
Shift End Time:
5 pm
Weekends:
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 .
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- 401(k) Plans