MA or CNA General Surgery and Bariatrics Clinic Full-...

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 General Surgery and Bariatrics Clinic is now hiring for four patient-oriented and efficientMedical Assistants or CNAs for our busy cliniclocated on the Boise Regional Medical Center campus!*$1500 Sign On Bonus offered for these positions! About these Positions One position will support a very busy and established surgeon who focuses on General and Bariatric Surgery and the other will support a new Provider who focuses on Colorectal Surgery. The other two MA or CNA positions will support two new PA-Cs to the clinic. You will perform typical MA/CNA duties such as rooming patients, taking vitals, patient intake, chart prep, and assisting with minor procedures. In addition, you will also perform patient follow up, assist with referrals, and conduct prior authorizations. This position may also assist with the Bariatric program meetings.An ideal candidate will enjoy learning, will be extremely organized - a task master, and not afraid of prompt changes. It''s a great time to join the clinic as they have a lot of great things going on in this area!Work Schedule: The position will work approximately 40 hours per week, Mondays - Fridays, 8:00am - 5:00pm, or 4 day - 10 hour schedule may be considered. There may be some flexibility with this schedule. The Centralized Hiring Process for Medical Assistants Only We are conducting a centralized recruitment and hiring process for all full-time MA positions. You will go through an initial phone screen with the Recruiter and then will interview with a hiring team from our Medical Group Nursing Leadership Team. By applying via this job posting you will be considered for all Medical Assistant openings (both primary care and specialty clinics). Clinic locations and specialty areas vary based on current openings, including the General Surgery clinic. If selected for an interview, you will be able to discuss your preferences for type of clinic (primary care or specialty), location, and work schedule with the interview team. Resume attachments are HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. The Orientation and Training Process As you are transitioning into Saint Alphonsus Medical Group, our Clinical Support Team will provide an orientation program that will be critical to your success whether you are a new or experienced MA joining our team. Our goal is to provide you a path to a successful integration into a clinic setting or remaining part of our support team as a float. Your Choice! Our Orientation offers a comprehensive, individualized orientation program that focuses on your needs and provides you with the knowledge and confidence to apply and work in either a primary care clinic or a specialty clinic. Once orientation is completed, you decide if you want to be a part of our clinical support team (a float pay differential would be added) or if you want to search for a home clinic. About Surgery Services Saint Alphonsus Health System offers a full range of surgical services (, including both inpatient and outpatient surgery serving in communities from Southwest Idaho to Southeast Oregon (. Our dedicated team of surgeons (utilize the most advanced technology (to deliver the highest quality of care for all types of patients including the critically ill and injured with the only Level II Trauma Center (in the region. Learn more about Surgery Services: Learn more about the Saint Alphonsus Medical Group clinics : Medical Assistant Requirements Education and Certification Requirements :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)Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hireGeneral Requirements :Previous clinical experience preferred.Electronic health record (EHR) experience a plus.Experience with process improvement or LEAN philosophy preferred.CNA Requirements Certification Requirements :Certified Nursing Assistant Certification issued by the State of Idaho is required.Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire in all units, unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS as defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.Six months Certified Nursing Assistant experience in an acute care setting preferred.Primary Responsibilities:Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric as applicable).Revenue Management: ensures the accuracy of documenting services and supplies provided to the patients.Facilitates the delivery of patient care by communicating patients needs and requests to appropriate personnel and other hospital departments.Provides direct patient care as delegated to and supervised by licensed nursing personnel.Provides direct high quality service to Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) to assist in patient care activities.Facilitates high quality customer service, communicating clearly with patients and families.Removes non controlled medications from deliver points (such as tube stations) and hands directly to RN or places in secure location.May act as a Unit Clerk on occasion which requires:Preparing, compiling, and maintaining the patients medical record on the nursing unit from admission through discharge on a daily basis.Transcribing physicians orders accurately.Processes tests and procedures as ordered by the physician, then receives results of tests and procedures and reports them to the patient caregiver.Notifies physicians of admissions or consultations, as directed. Directs physician to appropriate patient caregiver.Orders routine supplies weekly, and other supplies and equipment as necessary.Demonstrates utilization of proper infection control standards and practices.Demonstrates utilization of proper body mechanics for self and plies with the organizations standards of care and Idaho Nursing Practice Act.May act as a Patient Visual Monitor on occasion which requiresMaintaining visual observation at all timesVerbally redirecting patients in person or over digital 2-way audio device that is in patient room.Immediately summoning the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance.Documenting every 15-30 minutes, as appropriate, on Observation Flow Sheet.Participating in handing off of pertinent information/behavior about assigned patients when arriving on unit and upon completion of shift assignment.Seeking help or advice as soon as possible when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others.Participating in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Assures patient environment safety.Colleagues of Saint Alphonsus Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout SAHS and Trinity Health.Visit learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Saint Alphonsus Health System.Visit Saint Alphonsus on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube , and Twitter !Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are committed to promoting diversity in its workforce and to providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with fairness, dignity and respect. We are committed to recruit and retain a diverse staff reflective of the communities we serve. Saint Alphonsus and Trinity Health are equal opportunity employers and prohibit discrimination against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

Created: 2025-10-04