MA Ontario General Surgery Clinic Full-Time

The Ontario General Surgery clinic is now hiring for a Medical Assistantto support to become part of our healthcare team offering an excellent patient experience!

• This MA position will support a new general surgeon to Saint Alphonsus and may support other providers with the delivery of patient care in our busy surgery clinic.
• The Ontario General Surgery clinic team is one of experience and strong comradery supportive and enjoys working together!
• Our surgical teams are experts in minimally invasive and robotic surgery and in advanced subspecialty disciplines including General Surgery Esophageal Health and Reflux Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Colorectal Surgery and Surgical Oncology.

• In addition to rooming patients you will complete chart prep and occasionally assist with minor procedures.
• You will also perform patient follow up manage in-basket messages surgery scheduling assist with referrals and conduct prior authorizations.
• An ideal candidate is flexible able to multitask is extremely organized - a task master and not afraid of prompt changes.
• You will also enjoy coming to work have a positive attitude and have a good sense of humor!

• 40 hours per week Mondays - Fridays 8:00am - 5:00pm based on clinic needs.
• The clinic closes at 12:00pm on Fridays so there may be flexibility to leave earlier.

• 1050 SW 3rd Ave. Ste. 3201 Ontario OR 97914
• Some providers will see patients in an outreach setting at other clinics in the Treasure Valley.

Minimum 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.

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 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.

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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.