Allina Health·Coon Rapids, Minnesota
The Medical Assistant provides support to providers and nursing staff by rooming patients, managing patient flow, and documenting medical data in the EMR. They also perform clinical tasks such as administering injections, assisting with procedures, and collecting specimens.
Location Address: 11850 Black Foot St NW Suite 400 Coon Rapids, MN 55433-2776
Date Posted: July 06, 2026
Department: 62335640 Plastic Surgery
Shift: Day (United States of America)
Shift Length: 8 hour shift
Hours Per Week: 32
Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin.
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Provides support to providers and the nursing staff in the delivery of timely, quality patient health care services. Some duties include assisting with rooming patients, managing patient flow, administering medication, and communication with patients.
Principle Responsibilities
Rooms patients, manages patient flow and obtains adequate patient medical information/data.
Collects and confirms pt information via interview, questionnaires, vital signs and accurately documents in EMR according to documentation standards.
Assists patients, as necessary, to prepare for physician exam, including providing psycho-emotional support
Assists with the collection, labeling, and processing of specimens.
Facilitates obtaining lab/imaging results.
Works with the electronic medical records in basket, responding to messages as delegated by RN or provider.
May need to help cover front desk and provide backup to patient registration/scheduling.
Performs patient care tasks as delegated by Provider or RN
Performs injections.
Assists with procedures.
Supports patient care and reinforces patient information regarding tests, labs, procedure preparation, treatment plan, preventative or other health information.
Coordinates results of tests, procedures etc. with provider or RN.
May prepare refill information for provider to review and prescribe.
May assist with patient transportation.
Contributes to an environment that is safe for patients, visitors, and employees.
Reports environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to Supervisor and via safety huddles.
Uses equipment following policies, procedures and manufacturer directions or standards.
Follows all policies, procedures, standard work, and proper techniques when providing patient care.
Cleans, stocks, maintains inventory for exam, medication and supply rooms.
Reports any acute problems and changes in patient's condition.
Applies High reliable safety principles to all interactions.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Must be 18 years of age with education and/or experience needed to meet required principle competencies as listed on the job description
Candidates must have completed a Medical Assistant program or a comparable healthcare education program with a similar scope of clinical training
Candidates with fewer than six (6) months of Medical Assistant experience must have completed a minimum of 160 hours of clinical externship or equivalent clinical practicum
$22.04 to $30.01 per hour
The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.
Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.
Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.
In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.
*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.
Candidates must be at least 18 years old and possess the necessary education or experience to meet core competencies. A BLS certification is required, and non-certified applicants must have graduated from an accredited school with a clinical externship.
Preferred Qualifications
High school diploma or GED
Previous Medical Assistant experience
Medical Terminology
Licenses/Certifications
Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross
Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
Medical Assistant certification preferred. Acceptable certifications include:
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA - AAMA)
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA - AMT)
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA – NHA)
National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA – NCCT)
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA - NHA)
Physical Demands
Medium Work*:
Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently
Market context
Support-services roles in Minnesota often stay steady because schools and healthcare settings need dependable staff who can keep daily operations moving. These positions can be competitive when employers want candidates with hands-on experience, a valid driver’s license, and flexibility to cover travel or multiple sites. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original posting here to save research time, and confirm whether your phlebotomy background and any CMA or CPT credential align before applying.