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LPN or MA, Ambulatory - Cardiology.

Sanford Health · Minocqua, WI · Full time

Posted Sep 24, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you had to explain a treatment plan to a patient who was confused or scared.

What they are checking: Patient teaching skills under the direction of a nurse or provider.

Tell me about a time you caught a mistake before it reached a patient.

What they are checking: Attention to detail and safety habits.

Why do you want to work in cardiology?

What they are checking: Interest in the specialty and willingness to learn it.

What would you do

A patient checking in says they've had chest pain since this morning. What do you do?

What they are checking: Recognizing a possible emergency and escalating right away instead of rooming as usual.

A patient calls with swelling in their legs and weight gain over a few days. What do you do?

What they are checking: Spotting possible heart failure signs and routing the call to the right person quickly.

How do you keep the clinic running on time when the schedule gets backed up?

What they are checking: Clinic flow and teamwork with providers.

How do you adapt how you talk with a teenager compared to an elderly patient?

What they are checking: Age-specific care, which the posting mentions.

About the work

In a cardiology clinic, what parts of a patient's history do you make sure to capture before the provider comes in?

What they are checking: Collecting relevant cardiac history, symptoms and medications for the provider.

Walk me through how you do a 12-lead EKG in clinic and what you check before handing it to the provider.

What they are checking: Accurate EKG technique, a common cardiology clinic task.

Are you applying as an LPN or as an MA, and how does that shape what you can and can't do here?

What they are checking: Clear understanding of their scope of practice under state guidelines.

How do you review a patient's medication list, especially blood thinners and heart medications?

What they are checking: Careful medication reconciliation, which matters a lot in cardiology.

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The full job description

As published by Sanford Health.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. 

 Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

 Compensation: Salary Range: 17.00 - 29.50



 Union Position: No

 Department Details Summary The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will participate in the implementation and evaluation of patient care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician. or The Medical Assistant (MA) functions within the administration pre-defined scope of practice guidelines per state location of practice. Job Description Licensed Practical Nurse: Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients. Documents a thorough medical history from patient. Contributes to the assessment of patients and administers medications or treatments as ordered. Provides technical support to healthcare professionals as needed. Counseling patients and family members, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention and treatment plans. The LPN demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age and population specific standards as designated in their assigned clinical setting. Medical Assistant: The MA in the ambulatory care setting collects subjective and objective health status data from the patient or caregiver and communicates this data to the health care provider. Participates in the care of patients by providing contributing data to licensed health care professionals; and following through on the patient's plan of care under the direction of the provider. Communicates the provider's written instructions for care to the patient, or caregiver, by transmission of specifically defined information. Will participate in care for patients, across the lifespan, in all phases of preventative care, health maintenance, treatment, and follow-up as patients move in and out of care settings. Performs a variety of duties under the direct supervision of a person licensed to practice medicine. A sampling of the specialized clinical duties performed includes, but is not limited to, obtaining vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, observing and reporting patient's signs or symptoms, and performing point of care testing. Qualifications Licensed Practical Nurse: Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse. If position requires IV therapy/management skills, the following is required in North Dakota: graduation from a Board approved AASPN program where IV therapy is part of the curriculum or completion of an IV Therapy course approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing. Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Medical Assistant: Must be a graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program. Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred. Nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant (MA). Certification (CMA) obtained through a nationally approved certification program for medical assistant, including but not limited to: American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through the National Healthcareer Association (NHA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) through the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), etc. Registration (RMA) obtained through the American Medical Technologists (AMT) also acceptable. Additional state requirements include: North Dakota (ND) registration as an MAIII through the ND Board of Nursing. If the incumbent does not already hold their registration as an MAIII through the ND Board of Nursing at time of hire they will be granted 4 months to obtain registration. All medication administration performed by the incumbent prior to obtaining the MAIII must be supervised by a licensed nurse. Additionally, must also be registered on the ND Board of Nursing UAP Registry if they do not possess MAIII registration at time of hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. Re-certification as required. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.

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