MA Nampa Joint Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Clinic Full-Time

Employment Type: Full time, Day Shift

About the role

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 Nampa Joint Orthopedics and Sports Medicine clinic is looking for a passionate and organized Medical Assistant to be part of the Nampa Orthopedics team supporting multiple providers and surgeons and working alongside MAs, RNs, and Athletic Trainers.

Our highly skilled orthopedic surgeons and interdisciplinary clinical teams are regarded as among the finest in the region and many have received national acclaim for their quality care. Our clinics offer patients both surgical and non-surgical treatment options for their problems. Patients can feel confident they are in capable hands with board-certified Orthopedic Surgeons whose highest priority is excellence in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Rooming patient duties
• Assist providers during clinic visits
• Apply and remove casts and splints
• Draw up injections for minor procedures
• Complete chart prep, DME application, and suture removals
• Assist with patient phone calls, messages, and follow-up communication
• Complete and manage clinic paperwork and documentation including prior authorizations, in-basket tasks, regulatory items, and MRI authorizations

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop orthopedic clinical skills while working closely with a dedicated team of providers and caring for a diverse patient population.

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)
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC, or the Military Training Network is required at hire

New Graduates

• MA certificate of completion required from an accredited program or school
• 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

*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 and CNA certifications will not count towards an MA certification.

Qualifications

• Orthopedic experience or knowledge or a strong interest in orthopedics
• Enjoys working in a team environment and supporting multiple providers
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Adaptable, detail-oriented, and patient-focused

Schedule

40 hours/week, 5 - 8 hour shifts, Mondays – Fridays, hours varying around 7:30am - 5:30pm. Shift start and end time can vary based on providers' schedules and staffing needs.

Location

Nampa: 4424 E Flamingo Ave., Ste. 110, Nampa, Idaho 83687 (Near the Nampa Medical Center campus)

Benefits

When 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 complements the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.

• Market-competitive pay
• Generous PTO
• Multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one
• Retirement planning and matching
• College savings plans for your family
• Multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition reimbursement and educational opportunities