LPN, or Medical Assistant, or Ophthalmic Assistant - 40 Hours Weekly - South University Clinic

Building Location:

South University Clinic

Department:

11452 Ophthalmology

Job Description:

Seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse, Medical Assistant, or Ophthalmic Assistant to serve in our ophthalmology practice at South University Clinic in Fargo, North Dakota. This LPN, CMA, or OA works 40 hours a week, 8 am to 5 pm on weekdays. No weekend, holiday, or on-call rotations are required.

Education Qualifications:

• 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

Our Benefits are exceptional and include:

· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

· Paid Time Off

· 401k (with Essentia Health annual match)

· Health and Dental Insurance

· Life and Disability Insurance

· Adoption Assistance

· Relocation reimbursement for qualifying positions

LPN or CMA ($21.27, or more with experience):
Assists RN, Physician and other providers and provides direct patient care in the ambulatory and/or home 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.

Ophthalmic Assistant ($16.76, or more with experience):
Provides quality care to patients of all ages as defined in the ambulatory care nursing philosophy of Essentia Health. Performs tests and procedures and assists ophthalmologists or optometrists in providing quality eye care.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• LPN: ND LPN License required upon hire, MN LPN License required within 3 months of hire.
• Medical Assistant: 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)
• Medical Assistant: Must be registered as a Medication Assistant III through the North Dakota Board of Nursing.
• Ophthalmic Assistant: Current JCAHPO certification as a Certified Ophthalmic Assistant required within 1 year of hire or transfer.
• All: Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

8 am

Shift End Time:

5 pm

Weekends:

No

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:

$21.27 - $31.91

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*:

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.

• Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.

• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.

• Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

*Eligibility for Essentia Health’s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000 for more information.

Employment Type: Full time

Salary : $21 - $32