Medical Assistant Or Licensed Practical Nurse Lincoln, Ne

Job Category: Health Services

Requisition Number: MEDIC002854

Posted: February 19, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Location: Lincoln, NE 68516, USA

Description

Planned Parenthood North Central States

Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota

Medical Assistant Or Licensed Practical Nurse Lincoln, NE

Pay: The anticipated salary range for this position is $20-$25 per hour (MA) or $24-$28 per hour (LPN) depending on experience and qualifications. Compensation is determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant work experience, the skills required for the role, internal equity, market competitiveness, and budget considerations. We are committed to ensuring fair and competitive pay for all employees.

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Shift times: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9am 5pm, Wednesday 11am 7pm, Friday 9am 4pm. Possible future weekend hours.

Location: 5631 S 48th St., Suite 100, Lincoln, NE 68516

Job type: Non-Exempt

Travel: travel to other sites for training period and occasionally covering shifts at other health centers.

Union Membership: This position is represented by SEIU.

Questions? Contact Jobs@ppncs.org.

Job Summary:

Under immediate supervision of the Health Center Manager, the MA or LPN performs routine clinic duties associated with a reproductive health program within the scope of their training, certification or licensure. They are responsible for providing the highest level of customer service and patient care as well as supporting the operations of the health center. Some of the responsibilities include conducting patient history review, performing & processing labs, providing contraceptive supplies, and unbiased education. They will also help with inventory and assist our Clinicians when needed. They are advocates in implementing our mission of "Advancing and protecting sexual and reproductive healthcare for all." They may perform other related duties to support health center operations as assigned.

Benefits and Perks:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance with equity-based premium tiers
• NICE HEALTHCARE. A free, virtual primary care for entire household (in-home available for qualifying locations) Services include: 80 free labs, free x-rays, and physical tests, live, virtual physical therapy, 550+ free medications and more!
• HealthiestYou Virtual Care for employees outside of NICE Healthcare's network. (ND and SD)
• Proximal Health Helps members access high quality, cost-effective, providers for certain services and offers $1,500 tax free benefit when members choose a designated provider for eligible services
• Employee Assistance Program
• For RNs: Continued Education Reimbursement: up to $1000 per year & 2 paid CEU days.
• For MA, LPN: 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.
• Retirement: 403(b) 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), and $3.00/hour (ultrasound)
• Travel reimbursement.
• Schedules created & sent out 6 weeks in advance.
• Option of picking up additional shifts, including at other locations other than your "home" clinic.

Minimum Qualifications:

• MA
  • Completion of a Medical Assisting diploma program, or Associate degree in Medical Assisting, or current EMT/Paramedic licensure, or six months experience as an HCA2 at PPNCS
  • Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate for healthcare providers
  • High School diploma or equivalent
• LPN
  • Active LPN license in state you are applying for the role
  • 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, and prepare patients for examinations/procedures. Monitor patient vital signs.
• Perform routine laboratory tests including venipuncture. Communicate lab test results to clinician.
• Process receipt of incoming lab results.
• Set up exam rooms and prepare patients for their clinical visits.
• Provide factual patient education. Provide additional education after clinician or RN assessment. Including explanations of all FDA approved birth control methods. Provide unbiased specific instruction on the client's selected birth control method.
• Assist clinician as needed.
• Provide contraceptive supplies, medications including injectables, perform venipuncture, and manage patients with medical emergencies per PPNCS protocols under direct supervision of licensed nurse practitioner, physician's assistant, physician, or registered nurse.
• Assure inventory control of clinic and contraceptive supplies including ordering, stocking, inventory reconciliation and tracking.
• Communicate PPNCS protocols, policy and procedures to clinicians and staff as appropriate. Assure clinic manuals are up to date (e.g., clinic, lab, safety).
• Provide factual, unbiased information to patients seeking abortion.
• Describe the difference between medication and surgical abortion.
• Inform patients in a non-directive manner about all options available to them in the event of an unintended pregnancy and make a referral for service based on the patients' needs.
• All health center staff are expected to participate in the onboarding of new employees and supporting the cross-training of established employees.
• Follow all laws regarding mandatory reporting.
• Participate in team approach to patient care working cooperatively with others to achieve productivity standards and exceptional customer service.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Planned Parenthood policies and procedures and apply these to patient and clinic services.
• Collaborate with and provide coverage as needed at health centers in assigned neighborhoods.

Immunization Requirements:

• Hepatitis B vaccination records
• Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) vaccination records or proof of immunization
• Tuberculosis PPD Skin Test that is no older than 12 months

About Us:

At PPNCS, we believe all people deserve the right, the freedom, and the opportunity to follow their personal ambitions and choose their own path toward a healthier, more meaningful life. That's why we protect, promote, and