Essentia Health·Duluth, Minnesota
Provide direct patient care in an ambulatory urgent care setting, assisting physicians and RNs with clinical procedures. Care for a diverse patient population ranging from newborns to the elderly to meet clinic goals.
Building F - Duluth Clinic - 3rd Street
2901550 urgent care - Eh dc
Seeking a Medical Assistant Apprentice, Medical Assistant, or a Licensed Practical Nurse to serve in Essentia Health's Urgent Care clinic. This position will works approximately 8:45a-7:45p on weekdays and 7:45a-5:45p on weekends.
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.
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 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. 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.
*LPNs cannot be used in this capacity.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certified, or able to obtain within 3 months.
Medical Assistant or LPN (Salary $20.39 - 29.99)
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.
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Shift rotation: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)
Shift start time: 0900
Shift end time: 1900
0800 - 1700
UNION: DC USWA Main & Neighborhoods (DCUMN)
Union posting deadline: 05/20/2026
$19.00 - $19.00
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.
Requires current LPN licensure or Medical Assistant certification, or enrollment in an approved apprenticeship program. BCLS certification is required or must be obtained within three months of hire.
Market context
Urgent care clinics in Minnesota continue to need Medical Assistants, LPNs, and apprentices who can support fast-paced patient flow and basic clinical tasks. These roles are competitive because employers often look for current licensure or certification, BCLS readiness, and comfort working in a busy outpatient setting. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential status and BCLS timing before applying.