Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work, and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care.

The Geriatrics clinic is now hiring for a compassionate and dedicated part-time Medical Assistant for our clinic in Nampa!

Position Summary & Highlights:

• This MA position will primarily support an NP within the Geriatrics provider team which includes an Physician, Social Worker, and Pharmacist.

• The Saint Alphonsus Geriatrics Program provides a comprehensive and compassionate approach to patients dealing with cognitive impairments and chronic conditions.

• Our team of healthcare professionals, including a physician, pharmacist, and social worker, work closely with the patient and their family to provide the tools and education to help the patient age gracefully and prolong their independence as long as possible.

• Please make sure you meet the Minimum Requirements below before applying.

• ***CNA work experience does not qualify applicants for the MA position. See Minimum Requirements below for details.***

What You Will Do: 

• In addition to typical MA duties, you will perform POC testing, immunizations, lab draws, med refills, patient calls and triage, and assisting with minor procedures and healthcare and cognitive assessments when needed.

• You will primarily be working with older patients who will regularly visit the clinic so you will be able to develop relationships with patients and their families.

• You will have the opportunity to cross train in Internal Medicine, as well to be able to support MAs and other providers when needed.

• You will have the opportunity to attend educational trainings, symposium planning and other work around these specialties.

• An ideal candidate will be team-oriented, have a positive and easy-going attitude, is compassionate and dependable, and enjoys learning!

• You will also have a sense of urgency during the rooming process and anticipate provider needs.

• You will also enjoy developing relationships with patients and you are dedicated and committed to providing the best patient care!

Work Schedule/Locations:

• 30 hours per week, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, 7:45am - 4:45pm.

• Shift start and end time may vary based on clinic staffing needs.

Locations:

• Nampa Clinic: 1510 12th Avenue Rd., Ste. 200, Nampa, ID 83686

• For days the provider is out of the office, this position may occasionally work at our other clinic locations in Boise and Eagle.

Learn more about the Geriatrics Program:

https://www.saintalphonsus.org/specialty/geriatrics/ 

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required at hire.

• New Graduates: 1) MA certificate of completion required from an accredited program or school. 2) Completion of either a 100-hour MA externship or 6 months MA experience in lieu of the externship hours even with MA certification.

• Medical Assistant with Experience: 1 Year of MA experience OR Current MA Certification OR obtain or renew certification within 90 days from hire from approved credentialing agencies listed below.

• MA certification required within 90 days of hire from one of the following Saint Alphonsus approved agencies:

  • American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA)

  • American Medical Technologists (RMA)

  • National Healthcareer Association (CCMA)

  • National Center for Competency Testing (NCMA)

  • National Association of Health Professionals (NRCMA)

  • American Medical Certification Association (CMAC)

  • National Phlebotomy Certification Examination (NPCE MA)

• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire.

• *EMT and CNA certifications will NOT count towards a