Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant                                                       

Department: Clinic

 

Coordinates clinical support in the physician practice. Under the direction supervision of an MD or RN administers injections, immunizations, takes vitals, does intake assessments, records patient information into the medical chart, oversees physician daily patient schedule; assists with minor office surgical procedures.

 

Essential Job Functions:

Coordinates all patient care processes in the clinic setting.
Performs department core and job specific clinical competencies.
Serves as a liaison between the clinic, hospital and other appropriate community resources.
Provides and/or serves as a resource for patient and family education.
Responsible for patient flow including pre examination triage, documentation of vital signs, summary of patient complaints, and moving patients into and out of exam rooms.
Maintains inventory of clinical supplies at a reasonable level, medicines in current status, and keeps clinical area neat and clean.
Collaborate professionally with patient/significant others and members of healthcare team.
Follows all organizational and department or unit policies and procedures.
Attains all agreed to goals and objectives within specified time frames, as part of the organization’s overall mission.
Follows hospital exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.
Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times.  Follows HIPAA regulations and policies.
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function.
Communicate with patients, families and co-workers in person, in writing and on telephone.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of an accredited program in Certified Medical Assisting
1-2 years previous experience in a clinic outpatient setting is preferred
EMR experience preferred

 

About St. Mary’s Health and Clearwater Valley Health

St. Mary’s Health & Clearwater Valley Health have provided our region with the best patient care possible for our close-knit, small communities. We are Critical Access hospitals with Level 4 Trauma designations, and we’ve built our reputation on the exceptional care and compassion we offer all our patients, a legacy preserved from our simple beginnings.

Our hospitals and clinics are nestled among the high mountain prairies and rivers of North Central Idaho, including the beautiful Clearwater, Lochsa, Selway and Salmon Rivers, and in close proximity to the Clearwater National Forest, Seven Devils and Hells Canyon Recreation Areas, and the Gospel Hump and Frank Church “River of No Return” Wilderness.

St. Mary’s Health and Clearwater Valley Health are focused on our core commitments to safety, compassion, and engagement. This is how we create the best possible experiences for our patients, their families, and our co-workers. It is who we want to be every day to everyone.

 

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

Benefits the first of the month following your start date for full-time and part-time employees!
Paid time off based on worked hours that increases with years, including a separate bank for holiday pay!
Longevity programs that celebrate the dedication and experience of our team members!
Recognition and Bright Idea awards!
Retirement plans with an employer match and additional discretionary contribution!
Competitive salaries with night, evening, weekend, and PRN shift differentials!
Employee discounts for fitness and health programs!
Employee referral program!
Flexible schedules to meet your needs!
Opportunities to grow in your careers and expand your skills!
And much more!

 

St. Mary’s Health and Clearwater Valley Health  provide exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

 

Apply today! Please reach out to Maiya Cushing by calling us at (208)625-4637 or emailing Maiya.Cushing@kh.org. You can also contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org  with any questions.

 

St. Mary’s Health and Clearwater Valley Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. St. Mary’s Health and Clearwater Valley Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.