MA Boise Cancer Institute Clinic Full-Time
About The Position
Saint Alphonsus Health System is hiring a team-oriented, compassionate Medical Assistant to support an established Medical Oncologist at the Boise Cancer Institute clinic on the Boise Regional Medical Center campus. The role partners with the clinical care team to support patients throughout treatment, contributing to patient care and clinic operations in a fast-paced environment. The Saint Alphonsus Cancer Institute serves patients across Idaho and Eastern Oregon, using advanced diagnostic tools, precision radiation therapies, integrated care plans, support programs, and clinical trials. The clinic role combines direct patient support with computer-based administrative work. Candidates should enjoy teamwork and building relationships with patients, and bring strong multitasking, communication, computer, and organizational skills. The schedule is four 10-hour days on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, with Wednesdays off. Hours are approximately 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and may vary according to the provider schedule. The position does not work weekends or major holidays. The clinic is at 1055 N. Curtis Road, Boise, Idaho, on the Boise Regional Medical Center campus.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required at hire.
- Medical Assistant certification required within 90 days of hire from an approved agency: AAMA (CMA), AMT (RMA), NHA (CCMA), NCCT (NCMA), NAHP (NRCMA), AMCA (CMAC), or NPCE MA.
- For new graduates: a Medical Assistant certificate of completion from an accredited program or school, plus completion of a 100-hour MA externship or six months of MA experience in lieu of the externship hours, even with MA certification.
- For Medical Assistants with experience: one year of MA experience, or current MA certification, or obtaining or renewing certification within 90 days of hire from an approved credentialing agency.
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification from AHA, ARC, or the Military Training Network required at hire.
- Strong multitasking and communication skills, self-initiative, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong computer skills and knowledge of orders.
- EMT and CNA experience do not count toward MA experience; EMT and CNA certifications do not count toward MA certification.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Epic.
- Enjoyment of teamwork and connecting with patients and developing relationships with them.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and partner with the clinical care team to support patient care during treatment.
- Prepare patient charts.
- Assist patients with moving within the clinics.
- Room patients and take vital signs.
- Review medications.
- Set up for procedures.
- Work computer-based items in the work queue.
- Schedule new patients, procedures, related appointments, and follow-up visits.
- Complete related paperwork.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off.
- Comprehensive benefits options beginning on day one.
- Retirement planning and matching.
- College savings plans for family.
- Multiple life insurance plans.
- Employee Assistance Programs.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Educational opportunities for learning and career growth.
- Market-competitive pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
