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Description:

This posting is only for current participants of the Medical Assistant Internal Program.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent required.

• Enrollment in the Medical Assistant Development Program sponsored by SAMG.

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

What You Will Do:

• Does not delegate tasks except under the direction of Medical Assistant preceptor nurse or provider.

• After demonstrating competence and under the direction of Medical Assistant preceptor nurse or provider may perform the following duties:

  • Provides medical assisting care to an assigned patient population under the direction of a provider or licensed nurse.

  • Obtains vital signs patient histories verifies patient medications etc. per provider instructions and organizational policies. Assists provider with diagnostic/therapeutic procedures in a safe clean competent manner/environment.

  • Maintains a clean safe well-stocked clinical area including patient examination rooms.

  • Maintains a complete accurate and legible patient medical record.

  • Performs clerical functions including prior authorizations referrals laboratory/diagnostic and referral tracking processing insurance forms etc.

  • Performs clinical procedures in accordance with training after competence has been documented and per providers orders within the Medical Assistant scope of practice.

  • Maintains a working knowledge of clinic office protocol/procedure.

  • Provides clinical telephone communication as defined by policy and per provider instructions.

  • Attends continuing education as required by respective credential agency

  • Administers medication in accordance to policy.

  • Explain procedures to patients and family members per providers instructions.

  • Aids in identifying methods of improving patient care.

  • Assists in emergency situations under the direction of the provider or licensed nurse

  • Observes aseptic techniques Universal Precautions and other regulatory standards (e.g. OSHA CLIA CMS Joint Commission).

  • Maintains confidentiality regarding patient and business functions of the organization i.e. HIPAA.

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.