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Trinity Health MA Boise/Nampa Palliative Care & Geriatrics Clinic Full-Time Days in Boise, Idaho
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
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 Palliative Care and Geriatrics clinics are looking to hire a compassionate and dedicated Medical Assistant!
Position Summary & Highlights :
$1500 Sign On Bonus offered to external candidates!
This MA position will primarily support the Palliative Care provider team which includes two Physicians, Social Worker, and Pharmacist.
The Saint Alphonsus Palliative Care team works to provide an extra layer of support that coordinates and facilitates communication among patients, families, physicians and others involved in care.
Our team of healthcare professionals listed above work closely with the patient and their family to provide the tools and education to help the patient age gracefully and prolong their independence as long as possible.
Palliative Care is appropriate at any age and any stage of a serious illness. It may take place over an extended period of time and can be provided while the patient receives active treatment.
What You Will Do:
In addition to typical MA duties, you will perform POC testing, immunizations, med refills, patient calls and triage, and assisting with minor procedures and healthcare and cognitive assessments when needed.
You will primarily be working with older patients who will regularly visit the clinic so you will be able to develop relationships with patients and their families.
You will have the opportunity to cross train in Geriatrics, Internal Medicine, and Infectious Disease clinics as well to be able to support MAs and other providers when needed.
You will have the opportunity to attend educational trainings, symposium planning and other work around these specialties.
An ideal candidate will be team-oriented, have a positive and easy-going attitude, is compassionate and dependable, and enjoys learning!
You will also have a sense of urgency during the rooming process and anticipate provider needs.
You will also enjoy developing relationships with patients and you are dedicated and committed to providing the best patient care!
Work Schedule :
40 hours per week, Mondays - Fridays, schedule can vary between the hours of 7:00am - 5:15pm based on clinic needs.
This position will work 4 days a week in Boise and 1 day a week in Nampa.
Locations :
Boise Clinic: 1055 N. Curtis Road (on the Boise Regional Medical Center campus (I-184 and Curtis Road)).
Nampa Clinic: Nampa Medical Center Campus (off of Flamingo Road (I-84 and Garrity Exit).
Learn more about Palliative Care :
https://www.saintalphonsus.org/specialty/palliative-care/
Learn more about the Geriatrics Program :
h ttps://www.saintalphonsus.org/specialty/geriatrics/
Minimum Qualifications :
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)
Completion of either 6 months MA experience or completion of 100-hour MA externshipis required even with MA certification.
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 certification does 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.
Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers (https://www.saintalphonsus.org/careers/search-openings/details?j=00137722_Speech%20Therapist%20PRN) to learn more!
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.
Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
The region’s 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 to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status 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.
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