Personal care assistant jobs in Plymouth, MN

Lead with Purpose: Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - Family Practice Are you passionate about health equity and ready to use your skills where they matter most? Southside Community Health Services (SCHS), a trusted nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center in the heart of South Minneapolis, is seeking a mission-driven Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our growing primary care team. This is an especially exciting time to join SCHS: we are opening a brand-new, $30 million, state-of-the-art clinic in April, designed to expand access to comprehensive, integrated care for the communities we serve. You'll have the opportunity to shape care in a modern facility while staying deeply grounded in community health and service. Why Work with Us? Make a real impact. Partner with diverse and underserved patients who often have limited access to care. Be part of something bigger. Join a mission-driven FQHC committed to exceptional care, barrier-free access, and promoting healthy lifestyles. Practice in a modern space. Work in our new, $30M state-of-the-art clinic, designed for team-based, integrated care. Thrive with a supportive team. Collaborate with medical, dental, behavioral health, vision, and care coordination colleagues who share your values. Grow your career. Eligible site for student loan forgiveness, plus ongoing learning and development. About the Role The Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) provides exceptional, patient-centered primary care to help patients achieve their highest level of health within a community health setting. Key Responsibilities Patient Care Provide comprehensive, patient- and family-centered care within scope of practice, including health maintenance, preventive exams, acute and episodic care, chronic disease management, and patient education. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to manage care, coordinate services, and support patients in achieving their health goals. Complete full patient contact hours based on FTE. Participate in an on-call schedule as needed, based on clinic needs and provider group structure. Administrative Complete disability, FMLA, workers' compensation, and other necessary forms and letters within two regularly scheduled business days that the provider works. Review timecards to ensure work hours and PTO are accurately recorded. Quality & Compliance Adhere to timely documentation standards, including closing charts and addressing Epic in-basket messages within 48 hours. Complete peer reviews in a timely manner. Maintain all credentialing, licensure, and certification requirements. Follow SCHS policies and documented clinical protocols. Complete required Relias trainings, policy attestations, incident reports, assignments, and email follow-up in a timely fashion. Other Attend and actively participate in staff meetings and committees. Supervise (precept) students in the clinic as appropriate. Assist with other duties as assigned in support of SCHS's mission. What We're Looking For Commitment to Diversity & Community Health Strong desire to work with diverse and underserved populations in an integrated care setting (medical, dental, vision, behavioral health, and community partners). Clear community health/public health orientation. Commitment to trauma-informed practice and SCHS values: We Care, Strive for Excellence, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Accountability. Clinical Expertise Proficiency in direct outpatient care and chronic disease management; experience in a community health center or clinic setting strongly preferred. Demonstrated professional judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision. Strong time management, organization, and attention to detail. Meets all internal and external credentialing requirements. Regulatory Knowledge Basic understanding of local, state, and federal healthcare regulations; experience with county, state, and federal programs preferred. Ability to ensure compliance with healthcare laws, payer rules, and documentation standards. Problem-Solving & Flexibility Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify problems, recommend solutions, and implement proactive improvements. Flexibility to adapt to an evolving workload and changing patient needs. Interpersonal & Communication Skills Ability to develop respectful, trusting relationships with patients and colleagues. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Commitment to actively cultivating a culture of psychological safety and teamwork. Cultural Awareness Ability to communicate and work effectively with patients and colleagues from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Fluency in English required; bilingual English/Spanish highly desired. Experience & Requirements Education: Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant degree from an accredited institution. Licensure & Certification: Current Minnesota license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant (PA-C) in good standing, with no pending or previous disciplinary actions. Current DEA license and BLS certification. Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in a clinic-based or community health center environment required. 2+ years of experience in a clinic-based or community health center environment preferred. Technical: Experience with electronic medical records; Epic experience preferred. Language: Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred. Position Details & Benefits This is a 0.75-1.0 FTE, salaried, exempt position with a pay range of $128,000-$135,000 annually (based on 1.0 FTE), depending on experience. Work schedule: 3-4 ten-hour days per week. This position is eligible for student loan forgiveness. Benefits Include: Medical Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) plans Dental, Vision, and Accident Coverage Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Long-Term Disability (LTD) Employer-paid Short-Term Disability (STD), Life Insurance, and AD&D Employer-paid Kavira Membership-Based Healthcare membership Wellness benefits: Employee Assistance Program, Woliba Wellness, Calm Generous PTO program Join our team and enjoy a supportive work environment, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help you thrive-professionally and personally. Work Environment & Physical Demands This position operates in a professional medical clinic environment and routinely uses standard office and clinical equipment. Physical demands include: Operation of typical office equipment (computers, fax machines, copiers, telephones) and medical instruments (diagnostic tools, medical devices). Effective verbal and written communication to interact with team members, patients, and complete documentation. Ability to discern test and imaging results and observe changes in patient condition. Regular interaction with individuals who may have communicable illnesses; potential exposure to infectious diseases. Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods and move frequently throughout the clinic. Ability to move items (medical supplies, equipment) up to 10 lbs. Assist patients of varying sizes onto/off exam tables and position oneself to perform necessary tasks. Use of stairs or ladders as needed to retrieve items. Ability to recognize and appropriately respond to signs of health issues or impairment. Join Our Mission-Driven Team SCHS offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive, and deeply rewarding environment where you can truly make a difference-now with the added opportunity to practice in our new, state-of-the-art $30M clinic serving South Minneapolis. If you're an Advanced Practice Provider who wants to combine excellent clinical care with mission, purpose, and community impact, we'd love to hear from you.