LPN, CMA

About the role

We are seeking a professional, self-motivated Clinical Assistant (LPN or CMA) to join our team that delivers primary care services to patients who reside in senior living communities. A Clinical Assistant is an essential care team member in our unique care model. Bluestone delivers great outcomes by bringing exceptional care to patients living with complex, chronic conditions and disabilities. Our multidisciplinary care teams collaborate with patients, their families, and other healthcare providers to deliver care that is preventative, proactive, and tailored to their unique needs. Using an evidence-based approach, Bluestone care teams manage patients’ chronic conditions, address social determinants of health, manage transitions to and from inpatient settings, provide behavioral health support, and more.

Under our model of care, Bluestone patients experienced 21% fewer ER visits, 36% fewer hospitalizations, and 41% fewer hospital readmissions compared to patients with similar conditions and complexities over the same time period. Our care teams travel directly to patients who reside in Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Group Home communities throughout Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Florida.

Responsibilities

• Foster positive relationships with patients, families, and community staff members.
• Pre-visit planning such as chart prepping, reviewing patient records, and following up on previous orders since the last visit.
• Perform screenings for depression and cognitive function as part of Annual Wellness Visits.
• Ensure medical records are updated accurately during and between visits.
• Medication reconciliation.
• Setting up e-prescriptions and orders under provider supervision.
• Performing minor procedures under provider supervision, such as ear lavages, swabbing, and immunizations.
• Monitor and respond to portal messages.

Requirements

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required or Active Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, or CCMA).
• Valid driver’s license required.

Skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology and understanding of patient care notes.
• Ability to assist providers and facilitate an efficient, organized clinical flow.
• Ability to problem solve and work well under pressure.
• Detail oriented and accurate.
• Ability to deal with change and ambiguity.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable navigating electronic medical record systems and working with patient care notes.
• Computer proficient, 45+ WPM typing.
• Demonstrated compatibility with Bluestone’s mission and operating philosophies.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Schedule

• Full-Time Position with Day Shift Hours—No evenings, weekends, or holidays.
• Monday - Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (In the field, patient-facing).
• Friday: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Typically a Work-From-Home/Administrative Day).

Location: Savage, MN & Surrounding Areas (Burnsville, Apple Valley).

Pay

$23.00 - $29.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Health Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Materials Insurance.
• Company paid Life Insurance.
• Company paid Short and Long-term Disability.
• Health Savings Account (with employer contribution).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Retirement plan with 4% matching contributions.
• Nine (9) paid holidays for office closures plus one (1) floating holiday.
• Three weeks (15 Days) Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Mileage reimbursement program for field employees.
• Company sponsored cell phone, laptop, and scrubs.
• Regular business hours.