**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 General Surgical Services clinic is now hiring for a Medical Assistant to become part of our healthcare team offering an excellent patient experience! **Position Summary & Highlights** **:** + In this role you will assist with the delivery of patient care under the directions of the providers and an RN Supervisor in our busy surgery clinic. + 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. **What Will You Do** **:** + The position will support the General Surgical Services Provider Team. + In addition to rooming patients, you will complete chart prep and assist with minor procedures. + You will also perform patient follow up, 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. **Work Schedule** **:** + 40 hours per week, Mondays - Fridays, 8:00am - 5:00pm, based on clinic needs. **Locations** **:** + Boise Clinic, located off of I-184 and Curtis Road + Some providers will see patients in an outreach setting at other clinics in the Treasure Valley. **Learn more about Surgery Services** **:** https://www.saintalphonsus.org/specialty/surgery/ **Minimum Qualifications** **:** + High School Diploma or equivalent required. + 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 (NAHP) + New Graduates: Completion of either 6 months MA experience or completion of 100-hour MA externshipis required 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. 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. EOE including disability/veteran