Job Description

Employment Type: Full timeShift: Day ShiftDescription: 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 Occupational Medicine clinics are hiring for an outgoing and compassionate Medical Assistant as a float to our Boise, Nampa, and Caldwell clinics!Position Summary & Highlights:$1500 Sign On Bonus Offered with this position to external candidates!Saint Alphonsus Occupational Medicine works closely with employers to minimize costs of work-related injuries and illnesses.This MA position will work as a float in Occupational Medicine, working primarily between the Boise clinic (located on West Emerald), the Nampa clinic (located at the Garrity clinic near the Nampa Medical Center), and the Caldwell Elm clinic.These clinics see both scheduled and walk-in patients making each day different regarding patient volumes and patient complexity.Often times patients are visiting the clinic due to being injured on the job, which can be a very critical and sensitive time for these individuals.What You Will Do:In addition to typical MA duties you will assist patients with navigating the workers compensation system, perform drug screen collection, breath/alcohol testing, TB testing, vaccinations, spirometry, EKGs and audiograms.Process paperwork and work through the workers compensation process, including initiating, processing, and communicating with sureties and specialists pertaining to referrals.You will be crossed trained in front office duties by our patient services reps.You will also have the opportunity to become certified in drug testing collection, breath/alcohol testing, and pulmonary function testing.An ideal candidate will have experience with providing a high level of customer/patient service as well as a high level of compassion and have an understanding of workers compensation as it pertains to occupational medicine.You will be open and honest and enjoy providing feedback and solutions to resolve problems.You will enjoy learning and have strong time management and prioritizing skills.If you are looking for an opportunity to work with a wonderful team, be able to challenge yourself each day, and learn a unique system then this is the position for you!Work Schedule:40 hours per week, Mondays - Fridays, around the hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm.Once fully trained, a 4-day 9 or 10 hour shift work week may be an option depending on staffing and patient volumes and is discussed in advance.The position will ideally work 1 - 2 days in Boise, 2 days in Nampa, and 1 day in Caldwell.You may occasionally float to other Occupational Medicine clinics in the valley based on service line needs.Locations:Boise Clinic - 6051 W. Emerald Street, Boise, ID 83704Nampa Clinic - 1150 N. Sister Catherine Way, Nampa, ID 83687Caldwell Clinic - 315 E Elm St., Ste. 100, Caldwell, ID 83605Learn More About Occupational Medicine:Minimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent required.MA certification required within 90 days of eligibility to take a national certification exam 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)American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA)Completion of either 6 months MA experience or completion of 100-hour MA externship is required even with MA certification.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. See each of the credentialing organization sites for additional details. EMT certifications will not count towards an MA certification.Highlights and BenefitsWhen Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.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.Visit to learn more!Saint Alphonsus Facility Information:Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus\' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;The region\xe2\x80\x99s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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