MA Float Clinical Support Team Part-Time

Trinity Health•Boise, ID

About The Position

Saint Alphonsus Medical Group is hiring a part-time Medical Assistant for its Clinical Support Team as a float. The role provides staffing assistance at primary care and specialty clinics throughout the Treasure Valley, from Boise to Ontario, Oregon, offering exposure to different service areas and specialties. The Medical Assistant works with compassion and kindness to support a positive patient-care experience and performs duties within the Medical Assistant scope of practice according to clinic needs. The role works under the supervision of a Physician and/or Advanced Practice Provider, with clinical oversight from an RN Supervisor, Lead Nurse, and/or SAMG Nursing Administration. The Medical Assistant also supports efficient clinic flow and communicates positively and accurately with providers, clinical support staff, and front-office staff. This position is 32 hours per week, with shifts that may be 12, 10, or 8 hours. Schedules are assigned by the Clinical Float Pool Supervisor or Manager and vary according to clinic staffing needs. Work is primarily Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend and holiday coverage. Hours are generally around 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role qualifies for additional pay differentials. Initial orientation and training includes at least two or three 8-hour days per week during the first two weeks, plus self-paced e-learning. Training covers Medical Group orientation, EPIC, clinical regulatory requirements, point-of-care testing, and immunizations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required at hire.
Medical Assistant certification from an approved agency is required within 90 days of hire.
New graduates must have a Medical Assistant certificate of completion from an accredited program or school and complete a 100-hour Medical Assistant externship or have six months of Medical Assistant experience in lieu of the externship hours.
Medical Assistants with experience must have one year of Medical Assistant experience, current Medical Assistant certification, or obtain or renew certification within 90 days of hire.
Basic Life Support certification for Healthcare Providers from AHA, ARC, or the Military Training Network is required at hire.
EMT and CNA certifications do not count toward the Medical Assistant certification requirement.

Responsibilities

Promote a positive patient-care experience through compassionate and kind service.
Perform duties within the Medical Assistant scope of practice based on clinic needs.
Support and work under the supervision of a Physician and/or Advanced Practice Provider.
Support efficient clinic flow alongside providers, clinical support staff, and front-office staff.
Communicate accurately and positively with team members.
Float to primary care and specialty clinics throughout the Treasure Valley to provide staffing assistance.