MA Neurology Clinic Full-Time Days

Trinity Health • Boise, ID

1d • 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 Saint Alphonsus Neuroscience Institute is looking for a team-oriented and personable Medical Assistant for our Boise Neurology Clinic! Position Summary & Highlights: This Medical Assistant position will support a busy Neurologist in a busy and friendly work environment. Please make sure you meet the Minimum Requirements below before applying. CNA only work experience does not qualify applicants for the MA position. See Minimum Requirements below for details. As the regional provider of advanced neurological services, Saint Alphonsus neurologists provide care for patients with complex conditions, neurodegenerative disorders, seizures, and general neurological disease. Neurologic conditions treated include: Stroke Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Movement disorders, including Parkinson’s disease and essential tremors, Neuromuscular dysfunction, Migraine, Multiple sclerosis, Memory conditions, including dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. The Neurology Clinic team works in tandem with our neurosurgical team as well as supporting our neuro-ophthalmologist who is the only one in the state of Idaho! What Will You Do: You will room patients, conduct patient intakes, take vitals, assist with skin biopsies, draw up and give injections, and set up for minor procedures. You will also perform prior authorizations for medications, procedures, and imaging, complete chart prep, follow up on imaging orders, and other tasks as needed. You will work in a great positive team environment along side other MAs, RNs, and front office staff. An ideal candidate is: Reliable, proactive diligent worker, is eager to learn, has an interest in the neuroscience field, and likes to be challenged. Friendly and confident, enjoy providing attentive and compassionate patient care, have strong communication skills, attention to detail and organizational skills. You will enjoy working with patients of all ages and enjoy working independently and in a team environment! Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, Mondays – Fridays, around the hours of 8:00am – 4:30pm. Shift start and end times may vary based on provider and clinic needs. Location: 1072 N. Liberty Street, Ste. 303, Boise, ID 83704 On the Boise Regional Medical Center campus - I-184 & Curtis Road Learn more about the Neurology Services: https://www.saintalphonsus.org/specialty/neurosciences/services/neurology/

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: 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 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

• Reliable, proactive diligent worker, is eager to learn, has an interest in the neuroscience field, and likes to be challenged.
• Friendly and confident, enjoy providing attentive and compassionate patient care, have strong communication skills, attention to detail and organizational skills.
• You will enjoy working with patients of all ages and enjoy working independently and in a team environment!

Responsibilities

• Room patients
• Conduct patient intakes
• Take vitals
• Assist with skin biopsies
• Draw up and give injections
• Set up for minor procedures
• Perform prior authorizations for medications, procedures, and imaging
• Complete chart prep
• Follow up on imaging orders
• Other tasks as needed

Benefits

• We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
• Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
• We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED