Position Summary

Cook Hospital & Care Center is seeking an Epic Support Analyst to join our Information Technology team. This position will support the implementation, maintenance, optimization, and ongoing development of our Epic Electronic Health Record (EHR) and related applications.

The Epic Support Analyst will work closely with clinical, administrative, financial, and technical teams to analyze workflows, troubleshoot system issues, support testing and implementations, identify opportunities for improvement, and assist staff with the effective use of Epic and related information systems.

The successful candidate will have strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and collaborate effectively with staff throughout the organization.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in computer science, information systems, healthcare, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of healthcare experience with an understanding of hospital and/or ambulatory operations, clinical workflows, and interdisciplinary interactions.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and work effectively with staff at all levels of the organization.

Preferred:

• Experience supporting Epic or another Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
• Experience with healthcare information technology, workflow analysis, system testing, or application support.
• Epic certification or experience participating in an Epic implementation.
• Advanced training or experience in a clinical specialty.

Benefits

Cook Hospital & Care Center offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and/or applicable health reimbursement benefits
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• PERA retirement benefits
• Employee assistance and wellness resources
• Professional development and educational opportunities

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and applicable plan provisions.

At Cook Hospital & Care Center, Our Specialty is You. We are committed to providing excellent care to our patients while creating a supportive and collaborative workplace for our employees.

Cook Hospital & Care Center is an equal opportunity employer.

Casual Position Available

Wage

• Activity Assistant – CNA: $20.19 - $27.38 per hour
• Activity Assistant – Non-CNA: $19.09 - $27.46 per hour
• Employees who are hired as a non-CNA Activity Assistant and subsequently obtain their CNA certification will move to the applicable CNA wage range.

Starting wage within the range is based on qualifications and experience.

Position Summary

Join our team at Cook Hospital & Care Center and help create meaningful, engaging experiences for our residents. The Activity Assistant works closely with the Activity Director to provide a variety of activities designed to meet the physical, social, emotional, and recreational needs of our residents and swing bed patients.

The Activity Assistant assists with planning, organizing, and leading activities that reflect the individual interests, abilities, and preferences of residents and swing bed patients. This position helps create a positive, stimulating environment where residents can remain active, engaged, and connected with others.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and providing a variety of recreational, social, physical, and therapeutic activities.
• Encourage resident participation while respecting individual interests, abilities, and preferences.
• Assist with group and one-on-one activities.
• Help maintain a welcoming and engaging activity environment.
• Work collaboratively with the Activity Director and other members of the care team.
• Support activities and special events throughout the facility.
• Maintain required documentation related to activities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Certification/Licensure:

• Current CNA certification or ability to successfully complete a CNA course within six months of hire.
• Candidates with qualifications such as LPN, COTA, Recreational Therapist, Activity Director, or a related credential are encouraged to apply.
• Must maintain any required certification or licensure while employed in the position.
• Must successfully meet criminal background check requirements.

Experience:
One to two years of experience working in activities, recreation, healthcare, long-term care, or a related setting is preferred.

Benefits

Eligible full-time and part-time employees working .5 FTE or greater may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and VEBA options
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employer contributions toward HSA/VEBA
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST)
• PERA retirement benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance

Benefit eligibility is based on employment status and applicable plan requirements. Casual employees may be eligible for select benefits as applicable.

Why Join Cook Hospital & Care Center?

At Cook Hospital & Care Center, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we serve while working as part of a supportive healthcare team.

Apply today and become part of the Cook Hospital & Care Center team!

Cook Hospital is seeking a Casual Registered Ultrasound Sonographer to join our Imaging Team

Summary

Join our Team!! Find your belonging with our team of compassionate caregivers who are committed to making a difference in the health and well-being of everyone we serve. Start your career here and create endless opportunities.

Day Shift * Great Environment * Excellent Pay & Benefits * Sick Time * Employee Perks * AND MUCH MORE

Benefits

Cook Hospital & Care Center is pleased to offer the following benefits to all regular full and part-time employees working a .5 FTE (20 hours/week) or above. Employees become eligible on the first day of the month following 90 days of their date of hire. Benefits include medical insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, long term disability, paid personal time off (PTO, EIB) life insurance, bereavement leave, free wellness center membership, employee assistance program, and earned sick and safe time. 

Casual employments are eligible to accrue earned sick and safe time. 

Responsibilities 

To accomplish this job, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
• Prepare patients for procedures, escort patients to dressing and/or exam rooms, provide verbal and/or written instructions, assist patients in positioning body parts to be imaged, explain procedures, and observe patients to ensure patient care, safety, and comfort during scan.
• Operate sonographic equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
• Ensure sonographic equipment remains in working order, report equipment malfunctions to department administrator, and maintain adequate radiologic supplies.
• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures; communicate technical impressions to Radiologists.
• Perform related duties: including but not limited to scheduling patients, placing orders, archiving in PACS, and completing necessary exam specific forms.
• Maintain competency in Diagnostic Ultrasound Techniques; able to function well in stressful situations; coordinating out-patient and in-patient exams for efficient completion; working knowledge of preps for exams.
• Assess orders to the correct needs for Prior Authorization, exam performance, and billing.
• Troubleshoot issues pertaining to patient accounts, orders, exams, prior imaging, and all other related occurrences.
• Comply with facility-wide and departmental policies and procedures.
• Exhibit flexibility in response to changing work situations (schedule changes, leaving early, staying late, or taking late breaks when workload calls for it).
• Actively participate in the Compliance Program, education/in-services, competencies and demonstrate compliance with required laws and regulations.
• Maintain current Licensure/Registration/Certification.

Guided by our mission and values, we are driven to provide excellent quality care 24/7.  

Our Specialty is YOU! 

Integrity

Compassion

Accountability 

Respect 

Excellence

The Cook Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Join our culinary team in the Dietary Department! 

We’re hiring a full-time position to help prepare fresh, flavorful meals for both our hospital and long-term care residents. This isn’t your typical food service role — you’ll work with fresh ingredients, learn to make sauces, bread, and more from scratch, and grow real kitchen skills in a supportive environment. If you’re passionate about great food and making a difference in people’s daily lives, we’d love to have you on our team!

At Cook Hospital & Care Center, we are committed to delivering high-quality care with integrity and compassion. Build your career here and grow with a supportive team that puts people first.

Starting Wage:

• $19.09 - $27.46/hour + Shift Differentials

Shift Differentials:

• Afternoon Shift Differential: +$1.00/hour

• Midnight Shift Differential: +$1.75/hour

• Weekend Shift Differential: +$1.10/hour

• Yearly pay increases

Highlights of the Role:

• Full-Time position available
• 8-hour shifts with consistent scheduling
• Work every other weekend

• Supportive and team-oriented work environment

Employee Benefits (for 20+ hours/week):
Eligibility begins the 1st of the month following 90 days of employment:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Extended Illness Bank (EIB)

• Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance

• Retirement Plans (including PERA)

• HSA, VEBA & FSA options

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Bereavement Leave

• Free membership to our on-site wellness center

• Earned Sick and Safe Time

Casual employees accrue Earned Sick and Safe Time.

Our Values – ICARE:
Integrity
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Excellence

Guided by our mission and values, we strive to deliver excellent quality care, 24/7.

Cook Hospital & Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
Accommodations available for qualified applicants with disabilities. M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

Apply today to join a team that’s redefining rural healthcare.
Start your path to a meaningful healthcare career with Cook Hospital & Care Center.

Join Our Team!
Cook Hospital & Care Center is seeking a casual Certified Pharmacy Technician (MN Board of Pharmacy) to support our pharmacy team. Help ensure safe, accurate, and efficient medication management for our patients and residents.

What You’ll Do:

• Enter patient info and assist with medication orders

• Fill and refill prescriptions with pharmacist oversight

• Manage inventory and support annual pharmacy audits

• Participate in billing, staff education, and team meetings

• Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant pharmacy environment

What We’re Looking For:

• Certified Pharmacy Technician, MN Board of Pharmacy

• 2–5 years of pharmacy experience preferred

• Team player with strong attention to detail and professionalism

Wage: starting $25.63 – $30.68/hour (based on experience and survey data)

Benefits (20+ hrs/week, eligible after 90 days):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid holidays and PTO

• Extended Illness Bank (EIB)

• Retirement through PERA (MN)

• Long-term disability & life insurance

• HSA, VEBA, FSA

• Free on-site wellness center membership

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Bereavement leave & Earned Sick and Safe Time

Why Cook Hospital & Care Center?
Work in a supportive, mission-driven environment where your contributions make a real difference for patients and the community!

Are you a Registered Nurse looking to join a team of excellent caregivers? We have immediate openings in our Long-Term Care Unit. Full Time and Part Time positions available! 

* Competitive Pay * Shift Differentials * Sign on Bonus * 8-hour shifts * Every other weekend off * Paid Time Off * Sick Leave * Retirement Plans * Healthcare * Life & Disability Insurance * Yearly Pay Raise

Benefits: Cook Hospital & Care Center is pleased to offer the following benefits to all regular full and part-time employees working a .5 FTE (20 hours/week) or above. Employees become eligible on the first day of the month following 90 days of their date of hire. Benefits include medical insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, long term disability, paid personal time off (PTO, EIB) life insurance, bereavement leave, free wellness center membership, employee assistance program, and earned sick and safe time. 

$4000.00 Sign on Bonus

Qualifications: Must be registered as a Registered Nurse in the state of Minnesota. 

Registered Nurse Wage: 

2026: $42.31 - $58.57

Guided by our mission and values, we are driven to provide excellent quality care 24/7.  

Our Specialty is YOU! 

Integrity

Compassion

Accountability 

Respect 

Excellence

The Cook Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse looking to join a team of excellent caregivers? We have immediate openings in our Long-Term Care Unit. Full Time and Part Time positions available! 

* Competitive Pay * Shift Differentials * Sign on Bonus * 8-hour shifts * Every other weekend off * Paid Time Off * Sick Leave * Retirement Plans * Healthcare * Life & Disability Insurance * Yearly Pay Raise

Benefits: Cook Hospital & Care Center is pleased to offer the following benefits to all regular full and part-time employees working a .5 FTE (20 hours/week) or above. Employees become eligible on the first day of the month following 90 days of their date of hire. Benefits include medical insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, long term disability, paid personal time off (PTO, EIB) life insurance, bereavement leave, free wellness center membership, employee assistance program, and earned sick and safe time. 

$4000.00 Sign on Bonus

Licensed Practical Nurse Wage: 

2026: $27.12 - $35.43

2027: $28.63 - $37.40

Guided by our mission and values, we are driven to provide excellent quality care 24/7.  

Our Specialty is YOU! 

Integrity

Compassion

Accountability 

Respect 

Excellence

The Cook Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Join our compassionate team in our newly remodeled, home-like Care Center. At Cook Hospital & Care Center, we are committed to delivering high-quality care with integrity and compassion. Start your healthcare career here and grow with a supportive team that puts people first.

Compensation & Shift Differentials:

• Starting Pay: $22.96/hour

• Afternoon Shift Differential: +$1.00/hour

• Midnight Shift Differential: +$1.75/hour

• Weekend Shift Differential: +$1.10/hour

• Yearly pay increases

• Sign-on bonus available

Highlights of the Role:

• Provide compassionate care to long-term care residents

• 8-hour shifts with consistent scheduling

• Work every other weekend

• Supportive and team-oriented work environment

Employee Benefits (for 20+ hours/week):
Eligibility begins the 1st of the month following 90 days of employment:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Extended Illness Bank (EIB)

• Long-Term Disability & Life Insurance

• Retirement Plans (including PERA)

• HSA, VEBA & FSA options

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Bereavement Leave

• Free membership to our on-site wellness center

• Earned Sick and Safe Time

Casual employees accrue Earned Sick and Safe Time.

Our Values – ICARE:
Integrity
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Excellence

Guided by our mission and values, we strive to deliver excellent quality care, 24/7.

Cook Hospital & Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
Accommodations available for qualified applicants with disabilities.

Apply today to join a team that’s redefining rural healthcare.
Start your path to a meaningful healthcare career with Cook Hospital & Care Center.

Position Overview

We are seeking one Full Time and one casual Registered or Registry-Eligible Radiologic Technologist to join our Imaging Department. This is a day-shift position with rotating on-call responsibilities.

Pay & Incentives

• Base Pay:

  • Radiologic Technologist I: $30.72 – $39.50/hour (DOE)

  • Radiologic Technologist II: $31.68 – $40.76/hour (eligible after probation and call readiness)

• Sign-On Bonus: $4,000

• On-Call Pay: $8.00/hour | $10.00/hour (Holidays)

• Additional Certification Pay: Up to $2.50/hour extra for two additional Rad Tech certifications

Benefits (for regular positions of 20+ hrs/week)

Eligible the first of the month after 90 days:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid holidays and PTO

• Extended Illness Bank (EIB)

• Long-term disability and life insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA), VEBA, and FSA

• PERA Public Retirement (Minnesota)

• Free membership to on-site wellness center

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Bereavement leave

• Earned Sick and Safe Time

Casual employees accrue Earned Sick and Safe Time.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and position patients for imaging procedures

• Operate imaging equipment and ensure safety protocols

• Perform radiologic exams, EKGs, DEXA scans, and CTs (on-the-job training provided)

• Maintain imaging equipment and inventory

• Manage administrative tasks (scheduling, PACS, exam documentation, prior authorization)

• Rotate on-call coverage with department team

• Comply with all regulatory and facility-wide standards

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program

• Registered or registry-eligible with ARRT

• Current BLS certification

• Prior experience preferred, not required

Our Specialty is YOU.
We are guided by our ICARE values: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

Cook Hospital & Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure equal opportunity for applicants with disabilities.

Apply today and become part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in rural healthcare.

Make a Difference Every Day in Rural Healthcare

Are you looking for a rewarding career where your work truly matters? Join the Laboratory team at Cook Hospital & Care Center and become an essential part of delivering high-quality healthcare to our community. In our close-knit, patient-centered environment, you will enjoy meaningful work, supportive colleagues, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Why Choose Cook Hospital & Care Center?

• $4,000 Sign-On Bonus

• Competitive wage starting at $27.47 per hour, with credit given for experience

• Shift Differentials

• Paid On-Call Opportunities

• Free Wellness Center Membership

• Comprehensive Benefits Package

• PERA Retirement Plan

• Opportunity to practice a broad range of laboratory skills

• Supportive Team Environment

• Opportunities for Professional Growth

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Laboratory Manager, the Medical Laboratory Technician performs testing across all areas of the laboratory and helps ensure laboratory equipment and systems are operating effectively. This position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently, particularly during on-call hours, while maintaining compliance with CLIA regulations and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing, specimen processing, and result reporting according to established procedures

• Maintain quality control documentation and proficiency testing records

• Identify, troubleshoot, correct, or report issues affecting test performance

• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety, regulatory, and accreditation requirements

• Participate in quality assurance activities, peer review, and competency assessments

• Assist with training students and new staff members

• Collaborate effectively with providers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals

• Participate in on-call rotations and hospital education programs

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

Associate Degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution.

Certification

• Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) through ASCP or NCA

• Current CPR certification

Experience

Previous laboratory experience preferred but not required.

Skills & Abilities

• Basic computer proficiency

• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills

• Ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Commitment to accuracy, accountability, and patient safety

On-Call Responsibilities

This position participates in an on-call rotation to help provide 24-hour laboratory services for our patients. Employees assigned to on-call duty receive additional compensation for scheduled on-call coverage and premium pay when called in to work, in accordance with the applicable union agreement.

Benefits

Employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for benefits beginning the first day of the month following 90 days of employment.

Health & Wellness

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• VEBA Account

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Free Wellness Center Membership

Financial Security

• PERA Retirement Plan

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance

• Long-Term Disability Insurance

Paid Time Away

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Extended Illness Bank (EIB)

• Minnesota Earned Sick & Safe Time

• Bereavement Leave

Casual employees are eligible to accrue Minnesota Earned Sick & Safe Time.

Our Mission and Values

At Cook Hospital & Care Center, our ICARE values guide everything we do:

Integrity • Compassion • Accountability • Respect • Excellence

We are committed to providing exceptional 24/7 healthcare services while fostering a workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and supported in their professional growth.

Ready to Join Our Team?

Bring your laboratory skills to an organization where you can make a meaningful impact every day. If you are passionate about quality patient care and want to be part of a dedicated healthcare team, we encourage you to apply today.

Cook Hospital & Care Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Accommodations are available upon request.