Aimed at mid-level healthcare professionals who value collaboration and are comfortable with field-based patient care.
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Original posting from Bluestone Physician Services via Greenhouse
Bluestone delivers great outcomes by bringing exceptional care to patients living with complex, chronic conditions and disabilities. Our unique, robust model of care goes beyond primary care services — 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 focused on quality care management and data-driven medical decisions, Bluestone care teams collaborate to 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 and are supported by clinical operations and administrative colleagues who work remotely or at our corporate offices in Stillwater, Minnesota, and Tampa, Florida.
Our success is only possible through the hard work of our employees who bring our core values of Dedication, Excellence, Collaboration and Caring to life every day. Bluestone has been named to the Star Tribune's Top Workplace list for the 14th year in a row! Bluestone also achieved Top Workplace USA 2021-2026! In 2022, Bluestone Accountable Care Organization (ACO) was the best performing ACO in the country as measured by the overall savings per Medicare beneficiary.
Position Overview:
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. Working alongside our healthcare providers, a Clinical Assistant’s duties include pre-visit planning and chart preparation, conducting patient screenings, reconciling medications, maintaining accurate patient charts, and performing minor procedures under provider supervision.
The Clinical Assistant provides collaborative nursing support working alongside a provider team traveling to senior living communities.
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: Inver Grove Heights, MN & Surrounding Areas (Lakeville, Eagan, Rosemount, Cottage Grove)
Salary: $23.00 - $29.00 per hour. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
$1,000 Sign on bonus to paid 30 days after hire.
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.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification/Experience
Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) required or
Active Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, or CCMA)
Valid driver's license required
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
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
Bluestone 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
Ten (10) paid holidays
Three weeks (15 Days) Paid Time Off (PTO)
Mileage reimbursement program for field employees
Company sponsored cell phone, laptop and scrubs
Regular business hours
Pay Transparency$23—$29 USD