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Description:

The Nampa and Caldwell Orthopedics and Sports Medicine clinics are looking for a passionate and organized Medical Assistant!

Position Summary & Highlights:

• You will be a part of the Nampa and Caldwell Orthopedics team working with MAs RNs Athletic Trainers and our orthopedic physicians and surgeons.

• This position will be supporting a surgeon and PA at our Nampa and Caldwell clinic locations. Please see work schedule and location sections below for more details.

• 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.

  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.

What You Will Do:

• In addition to the typical MA duties you will draw up injections for minor procedures complete chart prep DME application suture removals casting and splinting.

• You will also assist with surgery scheduling prior authorizations in-basket tasks regulatory items and MRI authorizations.

• An ideal candidate will have an interest in orthopedics have related experience working in a surgical practice is organized multi-tasker and is a flexible team player willing to jump in on whatever is needed to be done.

Work Schedule:

• 5 - 8 hour shifts Monday Friday hours varying around 7:30am - 5:30pm.

• The position will work at the Nampa clinic 3 days/week and likely 2 days/week at the Caldwell clinic. Please see addresses below.

• One day per week this position will be off early but this day may vary depending on the week.

• Flexibility is necessary since it may not always be the exact same schedule each day. Clinic days are Monday Wednesday and every other Friday so those days are typically going to be a 7:30am start time.

Location:

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

• Caldwell: 712 Aviation Way CaldwellID83605 (Caldwell Health Plaza)

Learn more about Orthopedics at Saint Alphonsus:

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.

Highlights and 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 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.

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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 Americas Best Large Employers 2025;

• Forbes Americas Best Employers for Healthcare Professionals 2025;

• Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;

• The regions 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.