The Medical Assistant will work in a team environment to promote a positive patient care experience. Duties include supporting clinic flow and performing tasks under the supervision of healthcare providers.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma and MA certification within 90 days of hire. Experience or schooling as a Medical Assistant is required, along with Basic Life Support certification.
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Job description
Employment Type
Full time
Shift:
Day
Shift
Description: 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 Medical Group (SAMG) is now hiring for a motivated and efficient Medical Assistant for our Clinical Support Team as a Float!
Position
Summary &
Highlights: MAs in the Clinical Support Team work at a variety of primary care and specialty clinics throughout the Treasure Valley, from Boise to Ontario, OR, that are needing staffing assistance. The float position offers a great deal of variety and is a great way to learn about all of the different service areas and specialties of the Saint Alphonsus Medical Group. Please make sure you meet the minimum requirements below before applying. CNA certification does not count towards MA certification. MA experience or schooling is required.
What
You
Will Do: You will work in a team environment to promote a positive experience in patient care with compassion and kindness. You will perform duties under the Medical Assistant scope of practice based on clinics' needs. You will support and work under the supervision of the Physician and/or Advanced Practice Provider. Clinical oversight is provided by the RN Supervisor, Lead Nurse and/or SAMG Nursing Administration. You will support efficient clinic flow along side a variety of Providers, Clinical Support and Front office staff and communicate accurately and positively with team members.
Work
Schedule
Information: These are full-time positions, 40 hours per week. You are scheduled 2- 3 weeks in advance for shifts. Work shifts could be 5 - 8's, 4 - 10's, or 3 - 12's. Work schedules will vary based on staffing needs in the clinics, but are around the hours of 7:00am - 5:00pm or later. Availability is needed primarily Monday – Friday with an occasional weekend and holiday coverage needed. These positions qualify for pay differentials.
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. See each of the credentialing organization sites for additional details. EMT and CNA certifications will not count towards an MA certification. Why Saint Alphonsus? 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 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 www.saintalphonsus.org/careers 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. Forbes America's Best Large Employers 2025; Forbes America's Best Employers for Healthcare Professionals 2025; Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health; The region’s 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 Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.
