Employment Opportunities

Lake Superior Community Health Center is seeking a Medical Assistant - Lab Certified in Superior, WI. The Lab Medical Assistant works within the clinical care team to assure quality patient care and to support the goals of Lake Superior Community Health Center.

The Lab Medical Assistant (MA) will perform delegated clinical, clerical, and administrative duties within the supervising physician’s scope of practice consistent with the MAs education, training, and experience.  Such duties shall not constitute the practice of medicine.  The physician supervision shall be active and continuous but shall not necessarily require the physical presence of the supervising physician at the time and place that the services are rendered.

• Pay range $16.67 - $20.17

Job Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program; current Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential preferred
• Able to provide health care in a sensitive, nonjudgmental manner to persons of all economic levels and cultural backgrounds
• Computer experience
• Familiarity with general office equipment
• Willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, as required by position
• Minimum of 2 years of experience

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work efficiently and productively at all times
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
• Ability to work as a team member
• Ability to use problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
• Able to provide health care in a sensitive, nonjudgmental manner to persons of all economic levels, cultural backgrounds and life experiences
• Computer experience, knowledge of EHR
• Familiarity with general office equipment

Responsibilities:

• Collects and processes specimens
• Troubleshoots and maintains lab testing equipment
• Monitor laboratory protocols and QA/QI
• Comply with CLIA and COLA guidelines and standards
• Verify all testing staff are properly performing duties as required for accurate and reliable results through:

• • Proficiency testing as per CLIA and COLA guidelines
  • Education and training on use of testing equipment, procedure and relevant lab topics

• Work with testing staff to maintain inventory of lab supplies and testing materials
• Work with clinic Manager to find vendors that supply quality testing materials and programs, but keep lab costs down
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Works with Safety Officer on lab safety issues
• Ensures the lab environment is safe for patients and testing personnel
• Actively participate in staff meetings and in services
• Actively participate on committees as needed
• Responsible for personal compliance with LSCHC policies and procedures
• Maintains client confidentiality
• Other duties as assigned
• Ability to travel between sites, as needed, and as otherwise required by the organization

Supervision Received:

• Medical Clinic Manager

Infection Control and Safety Program Responsibility:

• Follow LSCHC policies for infection control and safety which adhere to required standards
• Complete yearly and as required training for Infection Control and Safety

Typical Working Conditions:

• Able to move about easily
• Able to speak and hear clearly
• Fast-paced environment
• Exposure to communicable diseases
• Ability to lift up to #50
• Travel from site to site

LSCHC offers excellent wages and a comprehensive benefit plan. LSCHC is an equal opportunity employer.
Fill out an LSCHC application and submit, along with resume to: lschhumanresources@lschc.org; or mail to: LSCHC, 4325 Grand Ave, Duluth, MN 55807.

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Lake Superior Community Health Center is seeking an operations director for the Superior, WI and Duluth, and Carlton, MN sites. The operations director provides leadership for the development, design, operation and improvement of clinic systems and services to ensure efficient and high-quality care across LSCHC sites and locations.

• Starting pay at $78,000

Job Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate degree in business, health care management, or related health care field.
• Master’s degree in business, health administration, or related field of study preferred.
• 3-5 years progressive health care or management experience in similar position.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of health care environment and industry standards.
• Knowledge of practice management and EHR systems, programs, and applications.
• Skill in organizing work, delegating and achieving goals and objectives.
• Skill in analyzing needs when designing and implementing programs and services.
• Skills in various methods to teach, coach, consult on behaviors and process changes.
• Ability to prepare, analyze and interpret data.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to identify, analyze and resolve operational problems.
• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate process and culture change initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement operating support systems that ensure optimal patient flow, provider productivity, continuity of care, and clinical integration.
• Develop a broad and in-depth knowledge of all programs.
• Ensure that business objectives are met through effective resource utilization, revenue cycle management, resource planning/budgeting, monitoring, and process improvements.
• Effectively prepare and share information with staff on operational progress and issues.
• Maintain an environment that supports service excellence and positive teamwork.
• Lead by developing and embracing the organization’s strategy and mission to all staff; ensure activities are value-added and aligned with community/market need.
• In coordination with organization leadership develop, implement, measure and improve the quality of clinical care and service excellence.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations and industry standards.
• Collaborate with other directors and managers in establishing and maintaining effective clinic policies and practices.
• Develop and maintain clinic documentation for standard policies and procedures.
• Participate in short and long-range planning and evaluation.
  • Serve as member of senior leadership; represent LSCHC at CHC and community meetings as required.
  • Maintain professional affiliations and enhance professional development to keep current in industry trends.

Supervision Received:

• Independent decision-making within areas of responsibility and organizational policy.
•     Consult with CEO/senior leadership and external resources as necessary.

Supervision Provided:

• Directly supervises clinic managers and Chiropractic support staff.

Infection Control and Safety Program Responsibility:

•  Ensure staff understand and are compliant with universal precautions and right to know.

Typical Working Conditions:

• Must be able to integrate leadership and oversight responsibilities with daily operations.
• Local and regional travel required.
• May include evening and/or weekend work.

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Lake Superior Community Health Center is seeking a dental director for the sites in Superior, WI and Duluth, and Carlton, MN. The dental director serves as the organization’s chief dental officer (CDO) providing leadership and direction for dental services and clinical quality consistent with organizational goals and strategies.

• Starting pay at $180,000 + $20,000 sign-on bonus
• Full-time
• Benefits: Dental, Health, and Vision insurance, PTO, Retirement plan

Job Qualifications:

• DDS
• Master’s in public health, health care or business administration or related field preferred.
• Three years direct patient care and leadership experience in similar position preferred.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of health care environment, reimbursement, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to understand needs of underserved populations.
• Ability to organize, coordinate, and direct programs and service activities.
• Ability to build positive relationships and work collaboratively across disciplines, all levels and within the broader community.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to initiate and facilitate change in a positive manner.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple demands simultaneously.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the development of clinical goals, outcomes, and strategies for prevention, acute care, and chronic disease management.
• Set clinical practice standards/guidelines and quality metrics; be a champion for change to newer and better practices.
• Lead the adoption of new technology, e.g EHR, digital radiography, to improve patient information and care across the continuum (referrals, hospitals, medical).
• Work collaboratively with the dental clinic manager and other health center leadership team members to design and implement programs and services to meet identified population needs.
• Work with the dental clinic manager to ensure business objectives are met through improved access and monitoring of productivity.
• Provide leadership for “best practices” and optimal utilization of resources.
• Lead initiatives related to disease management to improve clinical outcomes and increased payments for care coordination.
• Lead by developing and embracing the organization’s strategy and mission to all staff; ensure activities are value-added and aligned with community/market need.
• Recruit, supervise, and manage dental provider resources including credentialing, annual appraisals, and peer review.
• Provide direct clinical care as an integral member of provider staff.

LSCHC offers excellent wages and a comprehensive benefit plan. LSCHC is an equal opportunity employer.
Fill out an LSCHC application and submit, along with resume to: lschhumanresources@lschc.org; or mail to: LSCHC, 4325 Grand Ave, Duluth, MN 55807.

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Lake Superior Community Health Center is seeking a Mental Health Therapist for our Superior, WI location. The Mental Health Therapist provides mental health services and interventions to targeted clients, as well as consultation to medical providers and related care team members.

• Starting pay at $52,109.86

Job Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to provide service to people of all economic levels and cultural backgrounds in a sensitive, non-judgmental way
• Ability to evaluate, diagnose, and counsel clients independently

Find more information: Mental Health Therapist

LSCHC offers excellent wages and a comprehensive benefit plan. LSCHC is an equal opportunity employer.
Fill out an LSCHC application and submit, along with resume to: lschhumanresources@lschc.org; or mail to: LSCHC, 4325 Grand Ave, Duluth, MN 55807.

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Lake Superior Community Health Center is seeking Psychiatric/Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner for our Superior, WI location. The Psychiatric/Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner provides primary and/or psychiatric care for patients throughout the life span. Duties include diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health and/or psychiatric problems, along with preventive care focused on health risk factor reduction. Provides psychiatric health education, recommendations for counseling, and emotional support.

• Starting pay is $116,099.50-$140,480.39

Job Qualifications:

• Graduate of accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Dual Certification in Family Practice and Psychiatric-Mental Health Specialties.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in community health or primary care setting.
• CPR certified

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to provide efficient and effective care consistent with medical best practices
• Able to provide health care in a sensitive, nonjudgmental manner to persons of all economic levels and cultural backgrounds
• Ability to independently manage patients’ psychiatric medications and care
• Ability to work independently and as member of health care team

Find more information: Psychiatric/Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner

LSCHC offers excellent wages and a comprehensive benefit plan. LSCHC is an equal opportunity employer.
Fill out an LSCHC application and submit, along with resume to: lschhumanresources@lschc.org; or mail to: LSCHC, 4325 Grand Ave, Duluth, MN 55807.

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Lake Superior Community Health Center is seeking Dental Health Hygienists for our Superior, WI and Float locations. The Dental Hygienist is responsible for the direct provision of oral hygiene and appropriate preventative services to dental patients.

• Starting pay is $58,000-$70,180.00

Job Qualifications:

• Licensed by the MN Board of Dentistry & WI Board of Dentistry to practice as a Registered Dental Hygienist
• Graduate from an accredited school of dental hygiene
• Able to provide dental care in a sensitive, nonjudgmental manner to persons of all economic levels and cultural backgrounds
• Proficient with using computers
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work efficiently and productively at all times
• Ability to maintain an even temperament with patients and staff
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
• Ability to work as a team member
• Ability to use problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to use tact, collaboration, and diplomacy when working with others
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions

Find more information: Director of Dental - Licensed Dental Hygienist

LSCHC offers excellent wages and a comprehensive benefit plan. LSCHC is an equal opportunity employer.
Fill out an LSCHC application and submit, along with resume to: lschhumanresources@lschc.org; or mail to: LSCHC, 4325 Grand Ave, Duluth, MN 55807.

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Lake Superior Community Health Center is seeking Dental Health Therapists for our Duluth, MN, and Carlton, MN locations. The Dental Therapist works within the dental care team to assure quality patient care and to support the goals of Lake Superior Community Health Center.

• Annual Salary Range: $125,000 – 151,200
  • Plus a $10,000 sign on bonus

Job Qualifications:

• Licensed by the MN Board of Dentistry to practice as a Dental Therapist
• Graduate from an accredited school of dental therapy
• Able to provide dental care in a sensitive, nonjudgmental manner to persons of all economic levels and cultural backgrounds
• Proficient with using computers
• Effective oral and written communication skills

Functions and Responsibilities:

• Performs dental services as follows within the parameters of the collaborative management agreement under general supervision.  General supervision means the supervision of tasks or procedures that do not require the presence of the dentist in the office or on the premises at the time the tasks or procedures are being performed but require the tasks be performed with the prior knowledge and consent of the dentist.
• Performs dental services as follows with the parameters of the collaborative management agreement under indirect supervision. "Indirect supervision" means the dentist is in the office, authorizes the procedures, and remains in the office while the procedures are being performed by the allied dental personnel.

Find more information: Director of Dental - Licensed Dental Therapist

LSCHC offers excellent wages and a comprehensive benefit plan. LSCHC is an equal opportunity employer.
Fill out an LSCHC application and submit, along with resume to: lschhumanresources@lschc.org; or mail to: LSCHC, 4325 Grand Ave, Duluth, MN 55807.

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Lake Superior Community Health Center is seeking a Staff Dentist for sites in Superior, WI and Duluth, and Carlton, MN. At LSCHC, we are dedicated to serving the health needs of low income and underserved communities.

• Starting pay is $167,500-$181,500 + $20,000 sign on bonus

Staff Dentist Qualifications:

• Experienced professional with strong interpersonal skills
• Graduate from an accredited dental school

Functions and Responsibilities:

• Performs clinical functions, including examining clients requesting care, diagnose their dental/oral conditions, and prescribes appropriate oral treatment.
• Records patient-dentist transactions as they occur
• Completes referrals, data collection instruments, and other records as required by the organization

Find more information: Licensed Staff Dentist

LSCHC offers excellent wages and a comprehensive benefit plan. LSCHC is an equal opportunity employer.
Fill out an LSCHC application and submit, along with resume to: lschhumanresources@lschc.org; or mail to: LSCHC, 4325 Grand Ave, Duluth, MN 55807.

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