Careers

Our Employment  Philosophy

Windom Area Health employees are ambassadors who are expected to reflect our mission of Dedication to Health in everything they do. An extension of our mission is our vision of providing local access to high-quality health services with care and courtesy.

Employment at Windom Area Health is meant to benefit our patients, as well as to support personal and professional growth.

 

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Current Openings at Windom Area Hospital

Location: Fairmont Clinics Type: Full-time

The RN Care Coordinator serves as a key member of the clinic care team, responsible for coordinating care across the continuum while supporting daily clinic nursing operations. This position promotes quality outcomes through proactive care management, chronic disease management, transitional care management, patient education, and population health initiatives. The RN Care Coordinator works collaboratively with providers, patients, families, specialists, community resources, and healthcare partners to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care. 

In addition to care coordination responsibilities, the RN Care Coordinator supports primary care clinic operations through telephone triage, result management, patient follow-up, care gap outreach, and clinical support activities that improve access, patient satisfaction, and continuity of care.

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required, Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred). A minimum of 2-years of nursing experience required, preferably in a primary care setting.

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS (License, certification, registration): 

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Minnesota. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: 

  • Strong knowledge of primary care clinical practices and population health principles. 
  • Knowledge of EPIC, care coordination tools, and patient communication platforms.
  • Strong telephone triage and clinical decision-making skills. 
  • Knowledge of chronic disease management and care coordination strategies. 
  • Excellent communication, patient education, and interpersonal skills. 
  • Ability to build productive relationships with patients, families, providers, and community resources. 
  • Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization abilities. 
  • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced clinic environment. 
  • Knowledge of quality metrics, preventive care guidelines, and value-based care initiatives. 

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITY AREAS AND FUNCTIONS

  1. Provide care management and ongoing support for patients with identified priority conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, heart failure, COPD, asthma, obesity, and other chronic illnesses, to improve patient outcomes and the health of the community.
  2. Utilize electronic health record reports, registries, and population health tools to identify patients due for preventive care and chronic disease monitoring. 
  3. Perform primary care nursing needs to support an efficient and care-centered clinic.
  4. Collaborate effectively with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, social workers, pharmacists, behavioral health professionals, and community partners. 

Wage range: $31.39 - $47.09 per hour

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES:  

Typical daytime clinic hours with occasional evening/weekend commitments for service promotion. 

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Location: Fairmont Clinics Type: Full-time

Windom Area Health is seeking an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Certified Medical Assistant (MA) to provide support services to the Fairmont clinics.  Duties include providing assistance rooming patients, telehealth visits, supporting and assisting the Scheduling department. Strong computer and organizational skills are essential with a dedication to quality care. 

LPN candidate must have current MN LPN license. MA candidate must have CMA or RMA certification. One year of clinic experience and technical training preferred. 

Duties include:  

  • Greet and assist patients, providers, staff, and visitors in a courteous manner, to ensure the clinic operates efficiently.
  • Apply, manage and carry out Plans of Care to promote health and wellness for patients and families. 
  • Uses interactive communication skills with patients and families, peers, and providers to  promote, evaluate and direct patient care and relationships with others. 
  • Maintains and promotes quality of care that is safe, reliable and patient centered. 
  • Appropriately carries out tasks delegated to them by management or providers, and assists and directs unlicensed personnel to provide direct patient care.
  • Consistently acquires and maintains current knowledge in nursing practice by attending  educational opportunities, in order to apply best practices and advance patient care.

Wage description:  $20.95 - $32.23 per hour 

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES: 

Position is generally scheduled for three (3) 10-hour shifts per week and two (2) 4-hour shifts every other weekend. 

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Location: Fairmont Clinics Type: Full-time

Healthcare is more than treating illness. It's about ensuring every person has access to the care they need, when they need it most. We're seeking a passionate Physician Assistant (PA) who is driven by purpose and committed to improving access to healthcare in our community.

In this role, you'll help address a critical care need by providing high-quality Primary Care and Urgent Care services to patients of all ages. You'll help individuals and families receive timely, compassionate care close to home. Located in Fairmont, MN, our clinic is conveniently accessible to communities throughout Martin County and southern Minnesota, including Blue Earth, Jackson, and Mankato, as well as northern Iowa.

This is an opportunity to become a trusted healthcare partner, build lasting patient relationships, and make a meaningful difference in the health and well-being of the community.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive Primary Care and Urgent Care services for pediatric and adult patients.
  • Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic medical conditions.
  • Deliver preventive care, wellness screenings, and health education.
  • Conduct comprehensive and focused patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations.
  • Order and interpret diagnostic testing and develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Prescribe medications and therapies consistent with clinical guidelines and scope of practice.
  • Perform office-based procedures and interventions.
  • Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, specialists, and community resources.
  • Advocate for patients and connect them with services that improve long-term health outcomes.
  • Foster continuity of care through meaningful relationships and ongoing patient engagement.

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) program. Minimum of one (1) year of Primary Care, Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Urgent Care experience preferred.

Required credentials:

Physician Assistant (PA), licensed in the state of Minnesota. Ability to obtain and maintain DEA certification for the State of Minnesota. Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileging. BLS Certified. ACLS and/or PALS certification preferred.

This position would work 3 ten-hour shifts per week, plus every other weekend (4 hours each day).

Salary description:  $56.00 - $84.00 per hour

About us:

Windom Area Health is your regional center of care, with a focus on high quality healthcare and an excellent patient experience. Responding to changing community needs, we offer an ever-growing range of care options available to families across southwest Minnesota.

Your care options include a hospital, emergency department, imaging, laboratory, the Birth Place, wound center, diabetic education, nutritionist, infusion, cancer care, and specialty clinics.

The specialty clinics include chiropractic, cardiology, mental health, psychiatric care and medication management, pain management, podiatry, ophthalmology, sleep studies, urology, vascular, orthopedics, obstetrics, gynecology, and general surgery. We offer comprehensive rehabilitation services including cardiac, respiratory, occupational, speech, and physical therapy. In addition, our new optional hospitalist program ensures a continuity of care between your primary care provider and your physician as an inpatient. With a commitment to community health, your regional center for care offers a fitness center. We’re here when you need us, the emergency room, laboratory, and imaging services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Windom Area Health’s mission is “Dedicated to Health.” Our values create a culture focused on, “Integrity, Stewardship, Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence” for every patient we serve, every customer we greet, and every colleague we work alongside. Serving with a Vision by, “Improving health and customer experience through individualized quality care, visionary leadership, and progressive teamwork.”

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Location: Fairmont Clinics Type: Full-time

Healthcare is more than treating illness. It's about ensuring every person has access to the care they need, when they need it most. We're seeking a passionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) who is driven by purpose and committed to improving access to healthcare in our community.

In this role, you'll help address a critical care need by providing high-quality Primary Care and Urgent Care services to patients of all ages. You'll help individuals and families receive timely, compassionate care close to home. Located in Fairmont, MN, our clinic is conveniently accessible to communities throughout Martin County and southern Minnesota, including Blue Earth, Jackson, and Mankato, as well as northern Iowa.

This is an opportunity to become a trusted healthcare partner, build lasting patient relationships, and make a meaningful difference in the health and well-being of the community.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive Primary Care and Urgent Care services for pediatric and adult patients.
  • Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic medical conditions.
  • Deliver preventive care, wellness screenings, and health education.
  • Conduct comprehensive and focused patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations.
  • Order and interpret diagnostic testing and develop individualized treatment plans.
  • Prescribe medications and therapies consistent with clinical guidelines and scope of practice.
  • Perform office-based procedures and interventions.
  • Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, specialists, and community resources.
  • Advocate for patients and connect them with services that improve long-term health outcomes.
  • Foster continuity of care through meaningful relationships and ongoing patient engagement.

Graduate of an accredited Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) program. Minimum of one (1) year of Primary Care, Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Urgent Care experience preferred.

Required credentials:

Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP), licensed in the state of Minnesota. Ability to obtain and maintain DEA certification for the State of Minnesota. Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileging. BLS Certified. ACLS and/or PALS certification preferred.

This position would work 3 ten-hour shifts per week, plus every other weekend (4 hours each day).

Salary Description:  $56.00 - $84.00 per hour

About us:

Windom Area Health is your regional center of care, with a focus on high quality healthcare and an excellent patient experience. Responding to changing community needs, we offer an ever-growing range of care options available to families across southwest Minnesota.

Your care options include a hospital, emergency department, imaging, laboratory, the Birth Place, wound center, diabetic education, nutritionist, infusion, cancer care, and specialty clinics.

The specialty clinics include chiropractic, cardiology, mental health, psychiatric care and medication management, pain management, podiatry, ophthalmology, sleep studies, urology, vascular, orthopedics, obstetrics, gynecology, and general surgery. We offer comprehensive rehabilitation services including cardiac, respiratory, occupational, speech, and physical therapy. In addition, our new optional hospitalist program ensures a continuity of care between your primary care provider and your physician as an inpatient. With a commitment to community health, your regional center for care offers a fitness center. We’re here when you need us, the emergency room, laboratory, and imaging services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Windom Area Health’s mission is “Dedicated to Health.” Our values create a culture focused on, “Integrity, Stewardship, Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence” for every patient we serve, every customer we greet, and every colleague we work alongside. Serving with a Vision by, “Improving health and customer experience through individualized quality care, visionary leadership, and progressive teamwork.”

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Location: Windom Area Health Type: Full-time

Cooks, prepare and provide the highest quality and safest food possible to patients, cafeteria clientele, staff and catered events. Preforms a variety of duties concerning the sanitation and safety of the Nutrition Services Department in accordance with established food service standards and practices.  

Salary Description: $17.60 - $22.88 per hour

DUTIES TO INCLUDE:

  • Provides meals to patients at assigned times and/or on demand to provide appropriate nutrition during their stay.
  • Cooks and prepares food items to fulfill the weekly menu and provide a variety of nutritional options for customers.
  • Serves food to customers coming through the cafeteria and at special events, to provide a welcoming and professional atmosphere.
  • Complies with HACCP and Food Code regulations.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or GED desirable. On-the-job training will be provided; however, previous experience in food preparation and service is highly desirable. Training given in preparation of special foods.

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS (License, certification, registration):

ServSafe certification desirable 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with the other Nutrition Service employees and others in the facility. This would include supporting a positive, respectful culture; treating others in a friendly manner; and providing exceptional customer service. Willingly gives assistance to fellow workers who need help, including exchanging work shifts to help coworkers meet their needs, when possible.
  • Knowledge of and skill in maintaining applicable quality control standards.
  • Ability to be flexible and accommodating in order to adapt to changing schedules, patient needs, and department workload.
  • Relates to patients and visitors with consideration, patience, consideration and treating them with consideration, respect and assisting them as needed to feel welcome.

Position includes rotating am/pm shifts as well as rotating weekend and holidays. Benefit eligible! 

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Location: Fairmont Clinics Type: Full-time

The Patient Access Representative serves as a centralized medical receptionist for outpatient and outreach clinics, to optimize patient flow. Registers and schedules patients by gathering accurate information while providing excellent customer service. Verifies and updates demographic, financial and insurance information as needed. May call patients to conduct pre-registration and/or appointment reminders. Provides support services to Outreach coordinators and specialty physicians, including chart prep, data retrieval and clinical organization. Provides patient assistance with completing forms and interpreter services as needed. 

  • Must have strong interpersonal, telephone and communication skills, be detail oriented and work well with others, promoting positive interactions between staff and patients. 
  • Knowledge of basic medical terminology to enter orders and diagnosis for patients, as well as understand some of the tests. 
  • Knowledge of basic computer programs, including internet, Microsoft Word, Excel, faxing, and scanning  in order to enter information on computer, and take yearly on-line training. 
  • Work with strong organization skills to establish work priorities and coordinate work activities in a professional manner.  

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent. Must have an understanding of basic medical terminology. Experience with multi-line phones, fax/copiers and a minimum of one year work experience in a medical office setting preferred. Some coursework in accounting, business, communications and information management would be helpful. Computer skills are essential.

Wage Range:  $19.96 - $ 24.77 per hour

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES: 

Position is generally scheduled for three (3) 10.5-hour shifts per week and two (2) 4.5-hour shifts every other weekend. Work schedules may vary and are subject to change based on department and organizational needs. 

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Location: Trimont Clinic Type: Full-time

The Patient Access Representative serves as a centralized medical receptionist for outpatient and outreach clinics, to optimize patient flow. Registers and schedules patients by gathering accurate information while providing excellent customer service. Verifies and updates demographic, financial and insurance information as needed. May call patients to conduct pre-registration and/or appointment reminders. Provides support services to Outreach coordinators and specialty physicians, including chart prep, data retrieval and clinical organization. Provides patient assistance with completing forms and interpreter services as needed.  

  • Must have strong interpersonal, telephone and communication skills, be detail oriented and work well with others, promoting positive interactions between staff and patients. 
  • Knowledge of basic medical terminology to enter orders and diagnosis for patients, as well as understand some of the tests. 
  • Knowledge of basic computer programs, including internet, Microsoft Word, Excel, faxing, and scanning  in order to enter information on computer, and take yearly on-line training. 
  • Work with strong organization skills to establish work priorities and coordinate work activities in a professional manner.  

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or equivalent. Must have an understanding of basic medical terminology. Experience with multi-line phones, fax/copiers and a minimum of one year work experience in a medical office setting preferred. Some coursework in accounting, business, communications and information management would be helpful. Computer skills are essential.


Wage Range:  $19.96 - $ 24.77 per hour


EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES: Position is generally scheduled for three (3) 10.5-hour shifts per week and two (2) 4.5-hour shifts every other weekend. Work schedules may vary and are subject to change based on department and organizational needs.  

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Location: Fairmont Clinics Type: Full-time

Lead. Mentor. Make an Impact.

Windom Area Health is seeking a collaborative and experienced Registered Nurse Clinical Lead to support our growing Fairmont Primary/Acute Care and Specialty Clinics. This is an exciting opportunity for an RN who enjoys both direct patient care and clinical leadership.

In this role, you'll serve as the clinic's primary clinical resource while continuing to provide hands-on patient care. You'll help coordinate daily operations, create schedules, support staff development, drive quality improvement initiatives, and work closely with providers and leadership to ensure exceptional patient experiences and outstanding clinical outcomes. This position will be hired in advance of our primary care clinic opening to help in the creation of workflows, policies and procedures, and to obtain supplies and equipment needed.

If you're passionate about mentoring others, improving processes, and delivering patient-centered care, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Do

  • Be a key player in establishing our Primary Care/ExpressCare clinic.
  • Serve as the clinical lead for Fairmont Clinics, coordinating daily workflows and supporting efficient operations. 
  • Provide direct patient care, including assessments, treatments, patient education, and care coordination. 
  • Mentor and support nursing and clinical staff through onboarding, training, and day-to-day guidance. 
  • Promote quality, safety, regulatory compliance, and adherence to clinical best practices. 
  • Collaborate with providers and leadership to improve patient experience, clinic performance, and operational effectiveness. 
  • Help identify and implement opportunities for workflow improvements, staff development, and service growth.

Why Join Windom Area Health?

  • Opportunity to continue providing hands-on patient care while developing leadership skills.
  • Collaborative team environment focused on excellence and patient-centered care.
  • Ability to influence clinic growth, innovation, and operational improvements.
  • Supportive culture that values teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
  • Meaningful  role in enhancing access to healthcare services in the region.

Schedule

  • Full-Time  (1.0 FTE)
  • Includes participation in scheduled evening/weekend rotations to understand/support ExpressCare.
  • Additional scheduling responsibilities based on clinic operational needs.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • Current, unrestricted Minnesota Registered Nurse (RN) license
  • At least 2 years of nursing experience
  • Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
  • Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal abilities
  • Ability to prioritize clinical care while supporting operational responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ambulatory care or outpatient clinic experience
  • Previous clinical leadership, charge nurse, or lead nurse experience
  • Experience with staff education, coaching, onboarding, or competency development
  • Knowledge of quality improvement, patient safety, clinic operations, and workflow optimization
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Department: Physical Therapy Location: Windom Area Health Type: Full-time

Are you a passionate and dedicated Physical Therapist looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients? 

Windom Area Health is seeking a highly motivated Physical Therapist in our growing Rehabilitation Department. This position will be 40 hours per week. Opportunities for direct patient care, both outpatient and inpatient, and implementing new program ideas. Competitive wages and excellent benefits package including medical insurance, Paid Time Off, Flexible Spending, PERA and other elective benefits. 

  • Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy program
  • Current Minnesota state licensure as a Physical Therapist
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
  • Some local travel may be required

Pay Range:  $79,006 - $118,510/yr *Rates offered will reflect applicable experience.  

About us:

Windom Area Health is your regional center of care, with a focus on high quality healthcare and an excellent patient experience. Responding to changing community needs, we offer an ever-growing range of care options available to families across southwest Minnesota.

Your care options include a hospital, emergency department, imaging, laboratory, the Birth Place, wound center, diabetic education, nutritionist, infusion, cancer care, and specialty clinics.

The specialty clinics include chiropractic, cardiology, mental health, psychiatric care and medication management, pain management, podiatry, ophthalmology, sleep studies, urology, vascular, orthopedics, obstetrics, gynecology, and general surgery. We offer comprehensive rehabilitation services including cardiac, respiratory, occupational, speech, and physical therapy. In addition, our new optional hospitalist program ensures a continuity of care between your primary care provider and your physician as an inpatient. With a commitment to community health, your regional center for care offers a fitness center. We’re here when you need us, the emergency room, laboratory, and imaging services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Windom Area Health’s mission is “Dedicated to Health.” Our values create a culture focused on, “Integrity, Stewardship, Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence” for every patient we serve, every customer we greet, and every colleague we work alongside. Serving with a Vision by, “Improving health and customer experience through individualized quality care, visionary leadership, and progressive teamwork.”

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Location: Windom Area Health

In this role, you will play a crucial part in providing superior patient care by collecting and processing samples, performing analytical testing, and supporting quality assurance efforts in the lab.  

Salary Description: $28.54 - $42.80 per hour

Duties to include:

  • Collects and process specimens in order to provide appropriate sample that will be used to aid in the diagnosis and treatment.
  • Performs analytic testing of body fluids, cells, and other substances in order to provide timely results to provider to aid diagnosis and treatment.
  • Maintains equipment on scheduled basis to assure quality results.
  • Performs quality control as required to assure accuracy of results.
  • Maintains complete and accurate electronic patient records to improve communication between providers and supports billing practices.

Other Responsibilities and Expectations

  1.  Encouraged to participate in service excellence committees.
  2.  Encouraged to volunteer for hospital-community events.
  3.  Commute to long-term care facilities for sample collection.
  4.  Attend additional training for continuing and required education.
  5.  Allow students to observe laboratory procedures and instructs students on correct techniques and procedures.

Must be a graduate of an NAACLS approved School of Laboratory Science with an associate degree or equivalent.

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS (License, certification, registration):

Employee must be registered by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or registry of equal status.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

The medical laboratory technician must understand the use and limitations of the laboratory instrumentation and equipment, must demonstrate proficiency in all areas of the clinical laboratory. Must be able to learn and utilize new technology as laboratory medicine changes. Must utilize appropriate protocol relating to the growth and development needs of unique client population for various age groups: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. 

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES:

Work hours may include day, evening, night shifts, weekends and holidays. Rotates call coverage 7 days per week, 24 hours per day. With occasional hours as requested by the supervisor, not excluding call hours as necessary.

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Department: Nursing Location: Windom Area Health Type: Part-time

Windom Area Health is seeking a part-time Patient Care Technician to support our nursing units 32 hours a week (0.8FTE). The position serves as a multipurpose support to the nursing staff; assisting with patient care, registering patients, cleaning instruments, stocking, answering phones and greeting visitors. 

Salary Description: $19.40 - $27.16 per hour

CNA, Medical Assistant or medical secretary background preferred, but not required. BLS certification is required.

  • Must have good interpersonal skills and have knowledge of medical terminology. 
  • Basic computer skills and knowledge. 
  • Requires ability to do detailed work and have strong customer service skills.

 This position will work a rotating schedule Monday thru Thursday and work every 3rd weekend and holiday 7p-7a. 

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Location: Windom Area Health Type: Full-time

This role combines clinical expertise with advanced knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR) and healthcare technology to optimize workflows, support providers and staff, and improve patient care.  The Clinical Applications Specialist serves as a key liaison between clinical departments, providers, vendors, and the Information Technology team. Coordinates education requirements, supports technology implementations, and provides technical assistance to ensure effective and efficient use of organizational systems.  

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or other clinical profession required. Master’s degree preferred. Computer and networking skills required.  2 years clinical experience to include utilization of EMR preferred. Clinical informatics experience is desirable.

Wage range: $65,295 - $97,943 per year

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES: 

Onsite, weekday hours, occasional after-hour device implementation and calls. Occasional off-site training will be required.

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Department: Environmental Services Location: Windom Area Health

Cleans and maintains all floor surfaces using mechanical equipment, including linoleum, tile, carpet and area rugs. Performs duties related to the water maintenance program.

A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required and some floor cleaning experience is preferred but will train if necessary. Maintenance experience is not required, but preferred.

Salary Description: $18.35 - $24.77 per hour

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: 

Ability to work unsupervised and be self-motivated. Ability to apply good judgment to determine when flooring needs extra care. Skill in buffer and waxing machine operation, along with carpet extractor operation and knowledge of required maintenance and repair of floor care equipment and tools.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITY AREAS AND FUNCTIONS

Cleans and maintains floors on a weekly basis throughout the building to upkeep a clean appearance and to sustain the life of the flooring material.

  • Operate carpet cleaner to maintain all carpet within the facility.
  • On a monthly basis, buff linoleum and tile flooring in the facility.
  • On an as needed basis, strip and wax linoleum and tile flooring. 
  • Maintain floor care equipment on an ongoing basis. 

Performs routine water management preventative maintenance routine

  • Weekly flushing
  • Monthly floor drain treatment

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS

  • Monitor quantities of floor care products and notify the maintenance manager when they are in need of being ordered.
  • Help other departments when needed and in emergencies. 
  • Participate in hospital committees for the betterment of healthcare needs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned. 
  • Attend hospital functions and training sessions.
  • Participate in Wellness Center quarterly cleanup

EMPLOYMENT\VARIABLES:

Ability to alter schedule to accommodate deep cleanings, stripping and waxing in areas non-accessible during normal business operating hours as needed. 

Work will primarily be normal weekday hours.

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Department: Business Office Location: Windom Area Health Type: Full-time

The Senior Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial reports, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, and supporting the financial operations of the Critical Access Hospital. This position assists with budgeting, grant reporting, reimbursement, payroll accounting, general ledger management, and financial analysis to promote the hospital's financial stability and regulatory compliance.

Salary Description: $65,295 - $ 97,943 per year

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

  • Associate’s degree required, bachelor’s degree preferred in accounting or business-related field.
  • Minimum of 2–5 years of accounting experience. 
  • Healthcare or hospital accounting experience preferred. 
  • Experience with Medicare reimbursement, cost reporting, or Critical Access Hospital reimbursement methodologies is highly desirable. 
  • Experience with governmental or nonprofit accounting is a plus.  

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • Strong knowledge of GAAP. 
  • Understanding of healthcare finance and reimbursement principles. 
  • Knowledge of Medicare and Critical Access Hospital regulations are preferred. 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. 
  • Experience with hospital financial systems or ERP software preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities. 
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality. 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with clinical and administrative staff.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Maintains property records in Asset Management and Project and Activity Accounting Modules
  • Cash Management
  • Annual Financial Audit
  • Medicare Cost Report
  • Tax Compliance

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES:  

Regular weekdays – on site.

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Location: Windom Area Health Type: Full-time

Enhances patient experience by providing patient centered care that focuses on restoring patient function and preventing disability following disease or injury. Duties include, but are not limited to, patient evaluation, assessment and treatment implementation, with the development of individual patient care plans.

Other Duties:

  • Provides patient centered care that focuses on restoring patient function and preventing disability following disease or injury.
  • Maintains workload that is consistent with Departmental objectives and maximizes productivity measures.
  • Maintains complete and accurate records to improve communication between caregivers and support billing practices.
  • Develops and maintains good working relationship with patients, co-workers and medical staff to further enhance care provided.
  • Promotes therapy profession, self and department to improve professional growth.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Graduate of an accredited program of Occupational Therapy

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS (License, certification, registration):

Must be licensed or license eligible with the State of Minnesota as an Occupational Therapist and is certified with the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certified (CPR)  

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • Must understand and demonstrate proficiency in all Rehabilitation equipment and be able to learn and utilize new technology  as the state of therapy evolves. 
  • Knowledge of and ability to determine appropriate age-related patient care protocols relating to  the physical and psychological needs of pediatric, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric patients in order to provide the highest quality patient care.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills to improve interaction between staff and patients. 
  • Knowledge of basic computer programs; Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint in order to implement patient care programs, provide patient education and develop community based presentations. 
  • Ability to be flexible and accommodating in order to adapt to changing schedules, patient needs and department workload.

Pay Range: $71,818 - $107,727/yr *Rates offered will reflect applicable experience. 

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES:

Weekday hours and may have an occasional weekend.  Must travel off site as needed.

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Department: Specialty Clinics Location: Windom Area Health Type: Full-time

The Behavioral Health CNP is a key member of the Outpatient and Specialty Clinics team and will provide high-quality, compassionate, and ethical outpatient and urgent mental health services. The duties, role and responsibilities will be to provide psychiatric diagnostic assessments, evaluate need for medications, medication management, and to make urgent assessments of persons in crisis. This position will be integrated with the Walk-In Mental Health Clinic and will also maintain an outpatient schedule. 

Duties include:

  • Perform diagnostic assessments, develop and implement treatment plans, and coordinate care from intake through discharge of care for a variety of clients and diagnosis.
  • Develops, manages and carries out Plans of Care to promote health and wellness for patients and families.
  • Consistently acquires and maintains current practical knowledge by attending educational opportunities, in order to apply best practices and advance patient care.
  • In cooperation with Windom Area Health’s Marketing and Business Development team, enhance the marketability of services and promote the use of such services among the local medical community.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS

Complies with all WAH policy and procedures including safety standards at all times to promote a patient-centered environment. Upholds WAH values including integrity, stewardship, courage, teamwork and excellence. Keeps customer service a priority in all work environments. Performs other professionally relevant duties as assigned.  

Education/Experience:

Master’s or Doctorate degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing and an active State of MN license. Must meet Mental Health Professional Qualifications per state of MN. Candidates with at least 1 year of experience post masters/doctorate degree are strongly preferred. Experience and competence in treating pediatric and adolescent patients is preferred.

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS (License, certification, registration):

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure in the state of Minnesota, with Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification or equivalent. 

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES:

Typical daytime workday hours Monday – Friday with occasional evening/weekend commitments for service promotion.

Pay range: $99,939 - $149,909/yr *Rates offered will reflect applicable experience.  

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Department: Environmental Services Location: Windom Area Health Type: Full-time

The Environmental Services Technician performs cleaning, upkeep and sanitary duties to maintain the hospital environment and meet federal, state and local health codes and regulations.   

Salary Description: $17.76 - $21.48 per hour

Duties Include:

  • Maintaining the cleanliness, appearance and sanitation of all clinical areas of facility to promote a clean and safe environment.
  • Maintaining the cleanliness, appearance and sanitation of all non-clinical areas in facility to promote a clean and safe environment.
  • Handles garbage and waste to promote a clean and safe facility.
  • Collects and distributes linen for all hospital departments to ensure clean materials for patient, customer and employee use.

Other Responsibilities and Expectations

  • Monitors levels of supplies and reports to department supervisor when levels are low
  • Monitors equipment for proper function and reports to department supervisor when repairs are indicated.
  • Participates in hospital committees when appropriate
  • Other duties as assigned

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. Prior housekeeping experience is preferred. 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.  
  • Basic computer skills (for email and online education purposes)
  • Knowledge of and ability to follow all applicable safety and infection control standards.
  • Physical stamina to complete required housekeeping duties
  • Possess efficient time management and has ability to prioritize tasks 

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES:

Full time position and will work rotating day and evening shifts, weekends and holidays. This may vary depending number of employees in the department.  

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Department: Specialty Clinics Location: Windom Area Health Type: Full-time

Join Windom Area Health in Building Midwifery Care for Our Community

Windom Area Health is committed to making the vision of accessible, patient-centered midwifery care a reality for the families we serve. We are seeking two full-time Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs) to help establish and grow a collaborative midwifery program in rural southwest Minnesota.

These positions offer the opportunity to provide comprehensive, relationship-based care across pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and women’s health. The two CNMs will work closely with one another and as valued members of an interdisciplinary maternity care team that includes OB/GYN physicians and family medicine physicians providing obstetric care.

Salary Description: $116,480.00 -  $174,720.00 per year

  • Provide prenatal, intrapartum, postpartum, and newborn care within the CNM scope of practice.
  • Provide outpatient women’s health services, including preventive and reproductive health care.
  • Support individualized, evidence-based, low-intervention birth options for appropriate patients.
  • Collaborate with OB/GYN and family medicine obstetric providers for consultation, co-management, and transfer of care when indicated.
  • Participate in development and ongoing improvement of Windom Area Health’s midwifery and Birth Place services.

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited nurse-midwifery program.
  • Current certification as a Certified Nurse-Midwife (CNM) through the American Midwifery Certification Board.
  • Current or eligible Minnesota Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licensure.
  • Experience in full-scope midwifery practice is preferred but not required.

This is a full-time opportunity for CNMs who are excited to help shape a new service line, build lasting relationships with patients and families, and advance access to high-quality maternity and women’s health care in a rural community. This position would participate in shared call coverage that includes every other weekend.

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Benefit Summary

Benefit Summary

Paid Time Off (PTO) Time off is accrued for personal needs. PTO accumulates from the date of hire and may be used as it accrues. A limit of 320 hours can be carried at any time. Once an employee reaches that level, they will stop accruing PTO until time is used. For purposes of the table below, one year of service is the equivalent of 2,080 hours paid.

PTO Accrual Schedule

Hours of Service- Accrual Rate - Days Per Year
0-8,319 hours - 0.104 - 27
8,320-14,559 hours - 0.112 - 29
14,560-20,799 hours - 0.119 - 31
20,800-27,039 hours - 0.135 - 35
27,040-31,199 hours - 0.142 - 37
31,200 hours + - 0.150 - 39

Sick Leave Bank

Accrued bank of hours to be used for illness related to you or an eligible family member, lasting 2 or more days. Sick bank hours accumulate based on hours paid and can be carried over with a maximum accrual of 960 hours. The accrual rate is .0192 per hour paid. Sick Leave Bank hours may be used as they are accrued.

Bereavement Leave

Full-time and regular part-time employees are eligible to receive bereavement leave. Days provided differ based on family relationship.

Holiday Pay

Time and one-half (1 ½) an employee’s regular rate of pay will be paid to any employee working on a designated holiday observance including New Year’s Day (1/1), Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day (7/4), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day (12/25).

Health Insurance

Windom Area Health provides all eligible employees the opportunity to select and enroll in insurance through the individual marketplace called an Individual Coverage HRA (ICHRA) medical plan. Through an ICHRA plan, Windom Area Health will reimburse a portion of medical premiums. The reimbursement will be based on the employee’s place of residence as well as their age as of the effective date of the plan selected. Windom Area Health has partnered with Bavvy to assist employees in the process of choosing the plan that is right for them and their family’s physical and financial needs.

Health Savings Account

A Health Savings Account (HSA) is an individually-owned account used to save and pay for qualified medical expenses that is linked to a qualified High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). If you have enrolled in a HDHP, you can choose to open and contribute to an HSA, up to the IRS maximum. WAH contributes $500 per year to employees that have an HSA.

Family Medical Leave

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Dental Insurance

Windom Area Health provides 100% of the cost of dental insurance for full-time employees.  Employees are able to 'buy up' for family members or for richer dental plan coverage. FT employees are eligible on the first of the month after 30 days.

Vision Insurance

Windom Area Health provides vision insurance through EyeMed. Coverage options include employee, employee + 1, employee + children and family coverage.  Full time employees are eligible for vision insurance on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.  Part time employees are eligible on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.

Life Insurance

Life insurance options are provided through Symetra. Employees have a guaranteed issue of $100,000 and can obtain up to $300,000 of coverage based on medical underwriting. Spouse and dependent coverage is also available. Costs vary depending on age and amount elected.

Long-Term Disability

Symetra offers long-term disability insurance (LTD), which replaces a portion of your income if you become too sick or injured to work for an extended period of time—until you can return to work or you reach your plan’s maximum duration.

Supplemental Insurance

Symetra provides a variety of other supplemental insurance policies employees can choose to meet their personal needs. These include:

  • Accident Insurance: Accident insurance pays benefits for certain injuries resulting from an accident—like a broken arm from a fall—as well as for medical services that help diagnose and treat those injuries. Each covered injury and medical service has a preset benefit amount, and benefits are paid directly to you, regardless of what your major medical plan has already covered.
  • Critical Illness Insurance: If you’re diagnosed with a covered condition after the policy is in effect, you’ll receive a lump-sum benefit payment based on the terms of your policy and the diagnosis. This benefit is paid to you regardless of any other insurance coverage you may have.
  • Hospital Indemnity: Hospital indemnity insurance pays a fixed dollar amount per day for services and supplies you receive during a hospital stay, up to a maximum number of days each year. Stays in a mental health, substance abuse or nursing facility are also covered.

FLEX Spending

The FSA is a pre-tax savings plan for unreimbursed medical or dependent (child or elderly) care expenses. WAH matches employee contributions into the medical plan up to $10/month for full time and $5/month for regular part-time employees.

PERA

Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) is a mandatory retirement savings plan required because of WAH’s municipal status. Both WAH and the employee contribute to this retirement savings plan. As of 1/1/12, employees contribute 6.5% of their gross earnings and WAH contributes 7.5% of the employee’s gross earnings. Retirement benefits are based on years of service and your age at retirement.

MN State Deferred Compensation

MN State Deferred Compensation is a voluntary savings plan intended for long-term investing for retirement. This is comparable to a 401K but run through the state. Employees may contribute up to 50% of annual taxable income or $22,500 whichever is less. Employees over age 50 can contribute up to $30,000. Employees choose investment options, and pre- and after-tax (ROTH) options are available.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The EAP is a confidential counseling service available to all employees and their family members. EAP services are contracted through VitalWorkLife Solutions. Contact 1-800-383-1908 for up to three (per incident, per family) free and confidential appointments.

Financing Clinic & Hospital Bills

WAH employees may designate funds to pay hospital/clinic bills through after-tax payroll deductions.

Wellness Center

All employees get a 20% discount on Wellness Center memberships for themselves and their household. Employees must purchase a key fob ($10) if they do not currently have one, and will need to use it each time they workout. Employees may have their memberships paid through payroll deduction. All employees, regardless of membership, are offered a free noon fitness class each day.

Physical Therapy Consultation

WAH employees may seek a complimentary evaluation from the Physical Therapy staff. Subsequent treatments for a medical concern must be ordered by a physician and will be charged as an outpatient procedure.

Personal Development Incentive Program

Windom Area Health encourages employees to seek out personal development opportunities. If an employee reads or listens to a book focusing on bettering themselves either personally or professionally, they can write a 3-paragraph essay to receive an extra $50 a book, per month.

Job Shadowing

Job Shadowing

Windom Area Health supports the development of local students interested in, or entering the healthcare industry. When possible, we will provide local students observation and job shadowing experiences upon request.

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We offer a competitive wage and benefit package. If you are interested in an open position, please complete an application. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mail or email it to:

Human Resources
Windom Area Health
PO Box 339
Windom, MN 56101
[email protected]

Scholarships: The Windom Area Health Foundation offers yearly scholarships to local students who are pursuing careers in the healthcare field. To learn more, click here and read the 'Foundation Scholarships.'

Please contact [email protected] for more information or to request a job shadow opportunity.

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