CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA) - AXIS SPINE CENTER

Northwest Specialty Hospital; Post Falls (ID); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-sponsored events

Comprehensive health care coverage

Growth opportunities

Generous 401K retirement plan

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Northwest Specialty Hospital in Post Falls, Idaho, seeks a dedicated Certified Medical Assistant to join the Axis Spine Center team. This role includes rooming patients, recording vital signs, administering injections, and performing various clinical tasks. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, BLS certification, and CMA certification, as well as strong communication skills.

The position offers a supportive work environment with excellent benefits such as health insurance, growth opportunities, and work/life balance initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and record vital signs.
• Administer injections and perform venipuncture.
• Set up and clean procedure rooms for in-office procedures.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Job description

CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA) - AXIS SPINE CENTER

Job Category: Medical Assistants

Requisition Number: CERTI039248

• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Post Falls, ID 83854, USA

Description

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a compassionate, patient-oriented Certified Medical Assistant to join our Axis Spine team!

In this role, you will room patients, record vital signs, administer injections, perform venipuncture, urinalysis, EKG testing, set up and clean up procedure rooms for in-office procedures, properly discard all biohazard and sharps waste, and stock supplies. Must demonstrate good principles and practices of aseptic technique, knowledge of standard precautions, EKGs, urinalysis, venipuncture, including proper order of draw and processing specimens, and basic pharmacology.

Qualifications and Preferred Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Must be a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with an active certification with the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
• Aware of standards of cleaning and performs in accordance with them.
• Ability to relate and work effectively with others.
• Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards.
• Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement.
• Previous experience is preferred.

About Axis Spine and Northwest Specialty Hospital:

Axis Spine Center is North Idaho's premiere spine surgery and interventional pain management practice. We have recently merged with Norwest Specialty Hospital, the only 5-star outpatient hospital in our region. The emphasis is to provide “patient first” specialty care. The surgeons at Axis Spine are board-certified and fellowship trained spine physicians who are committed to offering a full spectrum approach to spine care, combining interventional pain management and physical therapy.

Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely known for being a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested personally, professionally, and financially in the care of the patients and the staff. The physicians have dedicated their lives to creating a hospital that allows them to practice on their own terms and do what’s best for patients. Northwest Specialty Hospital includes 12 operating rooms and 28 inpatient beds, along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County that span across multiple specialties.

Some of our amazing perks and benefits offered to employees are:

• Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs, and holiday parties
• Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance (for benefit-eligible positions)
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, and leadership courses
• A generous 401K retirement plan
• A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
• Wellness benefits offered to staff such as weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
• Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance

Northwest Specialty Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Cert Medical Assistant

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