Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Saint Paul, MN
Planned Parenthood North Central States, Saint Paul, MN, United States
Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota
Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Saint Paul, MN
Planned Parenthood North Central States
Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota
Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Saint Paul, MN
Pay:
$20‑25 per hour (MA) or $24‑28 per hour (LPN), depending on experience and qualifications.
Schedule:
Full‑time, 32 hours per week. Four shifts per week, primarily Monday‑Friday, with alternating Saturdays. Saturday shifts include a day off the following week to maintain the 32‑hour schedule. Shift start times 7:45 am–9:00 am, end times 4:15 pm–5:30 pm.
Location:
671 Vandalia Street, Saint Paul, MN 55114
Job type:
Hourly/Non‑exempt
Union Membership:
SEIU
Under immediate supervision of the Health Center Manager, the Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse performs routine clinic duties associated with a reproductive health program within the scope of their MA training or LPN licensure. Responsibilities include conducting patient history review, performing and processing labs, providing contraceptive supplies, delivering unbiased patient education, assisting with inventory, and supporting clinicians. They advocate our mission of "Advancing and protecting sexual and reproductive healthcare for all" and may perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits And Perks
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with equity‑based premium tiers
Free, virtual primary care for all employees enrolled in a medical plan:
NICE HEALTHCARE – free, virtual primary care for the entire household (in‑home available for qualifying locations). Includes 80 free labs, free x‑rays, physical tests, live virtual physical therapy, 550+ free medications, and more.
HealthiestYou – Virtual Care for employees outside of NICE Healthcare’s network.
Proximal Health – provides access to high‑quality, cost‑effective providers and offers a $1,500 tax‑free benefit when members choose a designated provider for eligible services.
Employee Assistance Program
Continued Education Reimbursement: up to $500 per year & 2 paid CEU days.
Flex Spending Account
Life Insurance
Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
Paid time off: PTO starting at .05769 accrual rate per hour worked.
8 hours volunteer paid time off annually.
8 paid federal holidays & 2 paid floating holidays.
403(b) retirement with employer match, 50% for the first 6% deferred.
8 weeks Paid Parental Leave
Pet Insurance
Bereavement Leave
Earned Extended Leave
Free subscription to Headspace App
Time off to vote.
Employee discounts for electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars, fitness memberships, groceries, and at Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell & more.
We Also Offer
Start date flexibility.
Comprehensive paid training for all health services positions & flexibility with hours per week during training. Training includes classroom, mock clinic, and shadowing shifts.
Shift differentials:
$1.50/hour (weekend)
$3.00/hour (evening)
$4.00/hour (float/travel)
$2.00/hour (Bilingual)
$3.00/hour (ultrasound)
Travel reimbursement.
Schedules sent out 6 weeks in advance.
Option to pick up additional shifts, including at other locations other than your "home" clinic.
Medical Assistant (MA)
Completion of a Medical Assisting diploma program, or Associate degree in Medical Assisting, or current EMT/Paramedic licensure, or 6+ months experience as a Health Center Associate II at PPNCS.
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate for healthcare providers.
High School diploma or equivalent.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Active LPN license in Minnesota.
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate for healthcare providers.
Your Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
Interview and screen patients, conduct patient history review, document in electronic medical record, prepare patients for examinations/procedures, assess, address or triage patient complaints, monitor patient vital signs.
Perform routine laboratory tests including venipuncture. Communicate lab test results, assure appropriate follow‑up, process receipt of incoming lab results.
Provide factual patient education and additional education in consultation with clinician or physician. Explain all FDA approved birth control methods and provide unbiased instruction on the client’s selected method.
Inform patients in a non‑directive manner about all options available for an unintended pregnancy and provide supporting materials/education based on the patient’s needs.
Provide factual, unbiased information to clients seeking abortion.
Describe the difference between medication and surgical abortion.
Refer patients per protocol, perform follow‑up functions, and assure complete documentation of care plan.
Follow all federal, state, and local laws regarding mandated reporting, abortion services, healthcare services, and HIPAA.
Provide contraceptive supplies, medications including injectables, perform venipuncture, manage patients with medical emergencies per PPNCS protocols. Assure inventory control of clinic and contraceptive supplies including ordering, stocking, and tracking as assigned.
Communicate PPNCS protocols, policy and procedures to clinicians and staff. Assure clinic manuals are up to date (e.g., clinic, lab, safety, MS&G).
Maintain a working knowledge of Planned Parenthood policies and procedures and apply these to patient and clinic services.
Supervise nursing functions as delegated by the Health Center Manager or clinician/physician.
All health center staff participate in onboarding of new employees and supporting the cross‑training of established employees.
Follow all state laws regarding mandatory reporting.
Collaborate with and provide coverage as needed at health centers in assigned neighborhoods.
Administer mild and moderate sedation.
Assist the physician with surgical procedures, monitor patient stability, and perform macroscopic exam of tissue post‑procedure.
Perform ultrasound medical services in accordance with Planned Parenthood North Central States (PPNCS) Medical Standards and Guidelines (MS&G).
Supervise and assess patient’s post‑procedure recovery.
Perform other clinical skills within the scope of training and applicable state laws.
Immunization Requirements
Hepatitis B vaccination records and titers.
MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination records or proof of immunization.
Chicken Pox vaccination records or proof of immunization.
Tetanus shot documentation.
Tuberculosis PPD Skin Test no older than 12 months.
About Us
At PPNCS, we believe all people deserve the right, freedom, and opportunity to follow their personal ambitions and choose their own path toward a healthier, more meaningful life. We protect, promote, and provide comprehensive and progressive sexual and reproductive health care for generations of people and families with empathy, care, and respect.
Planned Parenthood is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, size, disability, socioeconomic status, or status regarding public assistance. Planned Parenthood is committed to encouraging and promoting diversity as well as providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Any job offer will be contingent upon the results of a background investigation.
This position is included in the SEIU bargaining unit. Depending on state law, union dues may be deducted from employee paychecks up to 2.25% of gross pay.
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Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Saint Paul, MN
Planned Parenthood North Central States
Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota
Medical Assistant (MA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Saint Paul, MN
Pay:
$20‑25 per hour (MA) or $24‑28 per hour (LPN), depending on experience and qualifications.
Schedule:
Full‑time, 32 hours per week. Four shifts per week, primarily Monday‑Friday, with alternating Saturdays. Saturday shifts include a day off the following week to maintain the 32‑hour schedule. Shift start times 7:45 am–9:00 am, end times 4:15 pm–5:30 pm.
Location:
671 Vandalia Street, Saint Paul, MN 55114
Job type:
Hourly/Non‑exempt
Union Membership:
SEIU
Under immediate supervision of the Health Center Manager, the Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse performs routine clinic duties associated with a reproductive health program within the scope of their MA training or LPN licensure. Responsibilities include conducting patient history review, performing and processing labs, providing contraceptive supplies, delivering unbiased patient education, assisting with inventory, and supporting clinicians. They advocate our mission of "Advancing and protecting sexual and reproductive healthcare for all" and may perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits And Perks
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with equity‑based premium tiers
Free, virtual primary care for all employees enrolled in a medical plan:
NICE HEALTHCARE – free, virtual primary care for the entire household (in‑home available for qualifying locations). Includes 80 free labs, free x‑rays, physical tests, live virtual physical therapy, 550+ free medications, and more.
HealthiestYou – Virtual Care for employees outside of NICE Healthcare’s network.
Proximal Health – provides access to high‑quality, cost‑effective providers and offers a $1,500 tax‑free benefit when members choose a designated provider for eligible services.
Employee Assistance Program
Continued Education Reimbursement: up to $500 per year & 2 paid CEU days.
Flex Spending Account
Life Insurance
Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
Paid time off: PTO starting at .05769 accrual rate per hour worked.
8 hours volunteer paid time off annually.
8 paid federal holidays & 2 paid floating holidays.
403(b) retirement with employer match, 50% for the first 6% deferred.
8 weeks Paid Parental Leave
Pet Insurance
Bereavement Leave
Earned Extended Leave
Free subscription to Headspace App
Time off to vote.
Employee discounts for electronics, appliances, hotels, gift cards, apparel, cars, fitness memberships, groceries, and at Office Depot, Verizon, AT&T, Dell & more.
We Also Offer
Start date flexibility.
Comprehensive paid training for all health services positions & flexibility with hours per week during training. Training includes classroom, mock clinic, and shadowing shifts.
Shift differentials:
$1.50/hour (weekend)
$3.00/hour (evening)
$4.00/hour (float/travel)
$2.00/hour (Bilingual)
$3.00/hour (ultrasound)
Travel reimbursement.
Schedules sent out 6 weeks in advance.
Option to pick up additional shifts, including at other locations other than your "home" clinic.
Medical Assistant (MA)
Completion of a Medical Assisting diploma program, or Associate degree in Medical Assisting, or current EMT/Paramedic licensure, or 6+ months experience as a Health Center Associate II at PPNCS.
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate for healthcare providers.
High School diploma or equivalent.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Active LPN license in Minnesota.
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate for healthcare providers.
Your Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
Interview and screen patients, conduct patient history review, document in electronic medical record, prepare patients for examinations/procedures, assess, address or triage patient complaints, monitor patient vital signs.
Perform routine laboratory tests including venipuncture. Communicate lab test results, assure appropriate follow‑up, process receipt of incoming lab results.
Provide factual patient education and additional education in consultation with clinician or physician. Explain all FDA approved birth control methods and provide unbiased instruction on the client’s selected method.
Inform patients in a non‑directive manner about all options available for an unintended pregnancy and provide supporting materials/education based on the patient’s needs.
Provide factual, unbiased information to clients seeking abortion.
Describe the difference between medication and surgical abortion.
Refer patients per protocol, perform follow‑up functions, and assure complete documentation of care plan.
Follow all federal, state, and local laws regarding mandated reporting, abortion services, healthcare services, and HIPAA.
Provide contraceptive supplies, medications including injectables, perform venipuncture, manage patients with medical emergencies per PPNCS protocols. Assure inventory control of clinic and contraceptive supplies including ordering, stocking, and tracking as assigned.
Communicate PPNCS protocols, policy and procedures to clinicians and staff. Assure clinic manuals are up to date (e.g., clinic, lab, safety, MS&G).
Maintain a working knowledge of Planned Parenthood policies and procedures and apply these to patient and clinic services.
Supervise nursing functions as delegated by the Health Center Manager or clinician/physician.
All health center staff participate in onboarding of new employees and supporting the cross‑training of established employees.
Follow all state laws regarding mandatory reporting.
Collaborate with and provide coverage as needed at health centers in assigned neighborhoods.
Administer mild and moderate sedation.
Assist the physician with surgical procedures, monitor patient stability, and perform macroscopic exam of tissue post‑procedure.
Perform ultrasound medical services in accordance with Planned Parenthood North Central States (PPNCS) Medical Standards and Guidelines (MS&G).
Supervise and assess patient’s post‑procedure recovery.
Perform other clinical skills within the scope of training and applicable state laws.
Immunization Requirements
Hepatitis B vaccination records and titers.
MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination records or proof of immunization.
Chicken Pox vaccination records or proof of immunization.
Tetanus shot documentation.
Tuberculosis PPD Skin Test no older than 12 months.
About Us
At PPNCS, we believe all people deserve the right, freedom, and opportunity to follow their personal ambitions and choose their own path toward a healthier, more meaningful life. We protect, promote, and provide comprehensive and progressive sexual and reproductive health care for generations of people and families with empathy, care, and respect.
Planned Parenthood is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, veteran status, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, size, disability, socioeconomic status, or status regarding public assistance. Planned Parenthood is committed to encouraging and promoting diversity as well as providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Any job offer will be contingent upon the results of a background investigation.
This position is included in the SEIU bargaining unit. Depending on state law, union dues may be deducted from employee paychecks up to 2.25% of gross pay.
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