MA Boise Geriatrics Clinic Full-Time Days

Trinity Health•Boise, ID

23h•Onsite

About The Position

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 Boise Geriatrics Clinic is now hiring for a compassionate and dedicated Medical Assistant for our clinics in Boise and Eagle! Position Summary & Highlights : This MA position will primarily support a newer NP provider to the clinic and will also work with a provider team which includes a Social Worker and Pharmacist. 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. 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 provider, 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.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required at hire.
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 Healthcare 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).
New Graduates: MA certificate of completion required from an accredited program or school.
New Graduates: 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 above.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire.
Obtaining the MA certification typically requires completing an MA Program or working as a Medical Assistant for at least 1 year.
EMT and CNA certifications will not count towards an MA certification.

Nice To Haves

Team-oriented, have a positive and easy-going attitude, is compassionate and dependable, and enjoys learning!
Sense of urgency during the rooming process and anticipate provider needs.
Enjoy developing relationships with patients and you are dedicated and committed to providing the best patient care!

Responsibilities

Perform POC testing, immunizations, lab draws, med refills, patient calls and triage, and assisting with minor procedures and healthcare and cognitive assessments when needed.
Primarily working with older patients who will regularly visit the clinic so you will be able to develop relationships with patients and their families.
Opportunity to cross train in Internal Medicine, as well to be able to support MAs and other providers when needed.
Opportunity to attend educational trainings, symposium planning and other work around these specialties.