Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant (MA) | Physical Med

Avera Orthopedics – Aberdeen, SD – Regular, day-shift position.

Position Highlights

• Student Loan Repayment: Eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program—an extra $167 monthly payment (up to $10,000) to help pay down principal faster.
• Positive Work Environment: Mission-driven culture delivering excellent patient care.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to pursue national certification beyond licensure and employment requirements.
• Sign-On Bonus: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Medical Assistant (MA) may qualify for up to $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver professional nursing care under provider direction.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments following nursing standards.
• Coordinate clinic patient care activities.
• Prepare equipment and assist providers during procedures, examinations, and testing.
• Observe, record, and report patient conditions and reactions to medications/treatments.
• Oversee appointment scheduling, prioritizing emergency situations.
• Maintain timely patient flow.
• Greet patients, prepare them for exams, and screen for health history and vitals.
• Document patient information in charts.
• Instruct patients on sample collection and tests.
• Respond to patient phone calls promptly with physician input.
• Educate patients and families on diagnostics, medications, nutrition, and wellness.
• Propose solutions to patient care crises and complaints.
• Maintain exam rooms with necessary supplies and ensure cleanliness.
• Prepare supply lists and ensure proper labeling of pathology specimens per lab protocol.
• Perform quality control and maintain records for all lab testing.

Requirements

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice or one of the following Medical Assistant certifications:
  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) – National Health Career Association (NHA) with Medical Assistant diploma
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
  • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Ability to work specified hours.
• Visual acuity and communication skills sufficient to perform position duties, including hearing, understanding, and distinguishing speech and sounds.
• Commitment to Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles.
• Adherence to Avera’s CARE standards (Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, Engagement).
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with safety principles, laws, and regulations (e.g., CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, OSHA).
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating workflow and ensuring productivity.

Pay

$20.00 - $31.50 per hour, dependent upon experience.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) available from day one for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
• Career development through hands-on training and mentorship.