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Certified Medical Assistant roles in clinics, hospitals, and outpatient settings can qualify for CPT when your program requires hands-on clinical training as a graduation requirement. Your DSO must authorize each position before you start, and the work must directly align with your enrolled healthcare or medical assisting coursework.
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Avera Marshall Hospital
Worker Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Position Highlights
- Paid Time Off (PTO) available on Day 1!
- Student Loan Repayment: This position may be eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.
- Job Satisfaction: Each day you will positively impact each patient you serve with providing direct resident care.
- Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care.
- Position will support all areas of the Carlson Street/Access Health and the Bruce Street Clinic.
Work Schedule
- Day shift
- Clinic hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; 72 hours/2 weeks
- Includes one day off per pay period.
Pay
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
- LPN Pay: $23.09-$33.28 per hour.
- Certified Medical Assistant Pay: $20.00-28.00 per hour
Medical Assistant Job Profile Summary
Performs selected medical assistant and clerical duties that assist in care for clinic patients following established standards, practices, and competency.
Medical Assistant Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
One of the following is required:
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and Medical Assistant diploma Upon Hire or
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) Upon Hire or
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Upon Hire or
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) Upon Hire or
- National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) – National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
You Belong at Avera
Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
A Brief Overview
The LPN within the Clinic is accountable for providing high quality professional care to patients and families under the supervision of the provider in their scope of practice.
What you will do
- Performs general nursing care to patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards. Coordinates the patient care activities for the clinic.
- Prepares the equipment and assists provider during procedures, treatments, examinations and testing of patients within scope of license.
- Observes, records and reports patient’s condition and reactions to drugs and treatments to provider. Dispenses medications as directed.
- Greets patients and prepares them for physical examination. Screens patients for appropriate information including obtaining the health history, taking vitals and conducting patient evaluations.
- Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
- Prepare patients for exam, having them in proper dress.
- Assist doctor as directed.
- Work up new patient charts.
- Chart visits at end of day and/or all necessary information and drugs prescribed.
- Review all lab, hospital and other reports, and post in chart as necessary.
- Ensure patient information form is updated yearly as needed.
- Maintains exam rooms for necessary supplies and materials. Ensures cleanliness. Prepares list of medical supplies needed.
- Completes patient care interventions which may include assisting with lab draws and test procedures, start peripheral IVs, chest and extremity x-rays and EKG’s.
- Assures appropriate labeling and packaging of lab specimens according to lab procedures and x-rays according to radiology procedures. Assists in cleaning/maintaining lab equipment. Maintains reference log to assure patient test results returned. Follow up on any missing reports.
- Flexible work schedule to accommodate organization, physician and patient needs.
- Documents appropriately to meet Accountable Care Organization (ACO) guidelines.
- Scheduling surgeries/ancillary services/referral as needed per direction of provider.
- Prevents the spread of infection and maintains adequate infection prevention measures.
- Assists in the Urgent Care Clinic upon rotation.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Essential Qualifications
The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
- Breath, Alcohol, and Drug Collection Certification - Licensing Board if providing services in Occupational Medicine within 180 Days and
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Board of Nursing An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire
Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
- 1-3 years Clinic nursing services
Expectations and Standards
- Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
- Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
- Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
- Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.
Benefits You Need & Then Some
Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.
- PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
- Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
- Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org.
Location:
Avera Marshall Hospital
Worker Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Position Highlights
- Paid Time Off (PTO) available on Day 1!
- Student Loan Repayment: This position may be eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.
- Job Satisfaction: Each day you will positively impact each patient you serve with providing direct resident care.
- Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice the mission in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care.
- Position will support all areas of the Carlson Street/Access Health and the Bruce Street Clinic.
Work Schedule
- Day shift
- Clinic hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; 72 hours/2 weeks
- Includes one day off per pay period.
Pay
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
- LPN Pay: $23.09-$33.28 per hour.
- Certified Medical Assistant Pay: $20.00-28.00 per hour
Medical Assistant Job Profile Summary
Performs selected medical assistant and clerical duties that assist in care for clinic patients following established standards, practices, and competency.
Medical Assistant Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
One of the following is required:
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and Medical Assistant diploma Upon Hire or
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) Upon Hire or
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Upon Hire or
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT) Upon Hire or
- National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) – National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
You Belong at Avera
Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
A Brief Overview
The LPN within the Clinic is accountable for providing high quality professional care to patients and families under the supervision of the provider in their scope of practice.
What you will do
- Performs general nursing care to patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards. Coordinates the patient care activities for the clinic.
- Prepares the equipment and assists provider during procedures, treatments, examinations and testing of patients within scope of license.
- Observes, records and reports patient’s condition and reactions to drugs and treatments to provider. Dispenses medications as directed.
- Greets patients and prepares them for physical examination. Screens patients for appropriate information including obtaining the health history, taking vitals and conducting patient evaluations.
- Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls. Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
- Prepare patients for exam, having them in proper dress.
- Assist doctor as directed.
- Work up new patient charts.
- Chart visits at end of day and/or all necessary information and drugs prescribed.
- Review all lab, hospital and other reports, and post in chart as necessary.
- Ensure patient information form is updated yearly as needed.
- Maintains exam rooms for necessary supplies and materials. Ensures cleanliness. Prepares list of medical supplies needed.
- Completes patient care interventions which may include assisting with lab draws and test procedures, start peripheral IVs, chest and extremity x-rays and EKG’s.
- Assures appropriate labeling and packaging of lab specimens according to lab procedures and x-rays according to radiology procedures. Assists in cleaning/maintaining lab equipment. Maintains reference log to assure patient test results returned. Follow up on any missing reports.
- Flexible work schedule to accommodate organization, physician and patient needs.
- Documents appropriately to meet Accountable Care Organization (ACO) guidelines.
- Scheduling surgeries/ancillary services/referral as needed per direction of provider.
- Prevents the spread of infection and maintains adequate infection prevention measures.
- Assists in the Urgent Care Clinic upon rotation.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Essential Qualifications
The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
- Breath, Alcohol, and Drug Collection Certification - Licensing Board if providing services in Occupational Medicine within 180 Days and
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Board of Nursing An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire
Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
- 1-3 years Clinic nursing services
Expectations and Standards
- Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
- Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
- Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
- Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.
Benefits You Need & Then Some
Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.
- PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
- Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
- Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org.
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Get Access To All JobsCertified Medical Assistant CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Certified Medical Assistant job qualify for CPT?
Yes, if your degree program requires clinical or healthcare training as a curricular component, a CMA role can qualify for CPT. The position must directly relate to your field of study, and your DSO must authorize it on your I-20 before your start date. Roles in outpatient clinics, physician offices, and hospital systems commonly meet this standard when the job description aligns with your coursework.
Does CPT authorization cover full-time CMA positions?
CPT can be authorized as either part-time (under 20 hours per week) or full-time (20 hours or more). Full-time CPT is permitted but carries a significant consequence: 12 months or more of full-time CPT eliminates your eligibility for OPT after graduation. If you plan to use OPT to stay in the U.S. after completing your degree, part-time CPT is the lower-risk path for longer engagements.
What documents does a CMA employer need to process my CPT hire?
You'll need your CPT-endorsed I-20 showing the employer name and authorized dates, your valid F-1 visa, your passport, and your I-94 arrival record. Employers enrolled in E-Verify will also run an employment eligibility check through that system. Some healthcare employers additionally require proof of your medical assisting program enrollment or a letter from your DSO confirming the academic requirement.
How do I find CMA employers who are familiar with F-1 CPT?
Healthcare employers with prior experience hiring F-1 students handle the I-9 and work authorization verification process more smoothly than those encountering it for the first time. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified sponsorship and work authorization filing history, so you can prioritize clinics and health systems that have successfully onboarded international students before, reducing the risk of an offer falling through over authorization confusion.
Can I switch CMA employers while on CPT?
Yes, but your current CPT authorization is employer-specific. Switching employers requires a new CPT authorization from your DSO, which means a new I-20 listing the new employer's name and your updated start date. You cannot begin working for the new employer until that updated I-20 is issued. Confirm the new role still meets your program's curricular requirement before initiating the DSO request.
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