CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA) - PEDIATRICS

Surgery Partners; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at an award-winning hospital dedicated to patient care! As a Certified Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in our Pediatrics Clinic, providing essential support by rooming patients, recording vital signs, and assisting with various procedures. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth and a robust benefits package. With a focus on work/life balance and employee satisfaction, this innovative healthcare provider is recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient care, we want you on our team!

Benefits

Company-sponsored events

Comprehensive health care coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Generous 401K retirement plan

Discounts throughout the hospital and community

Wellness benefits

Support for work/life balance

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Medical Assistant with active certification.
• Demonstrated skills in communication for effective patient care.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, record vital signs, and administer injections.
• Perform venipuncture, EKG testing, and maintain procedure rooms.

Skills

Patient care

Aseptic technique

Verbal communication

Written communication

Basic pharmacology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

$1000 SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a compassionate, patient-oriented Certified Medical Assistant to join our team at our Pediatrics Clinic!

This position will likely be 4-5 shifts per week!

Under the supervision of the Practice Manager, 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 Northwest Specialty Hospital:

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. They 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 10 operating rooms and 30 inpatient beds, along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County, that span across multiple specialties.

Northwest Specialty Hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care, surgical skill, medical care, and employee satisfaction. Northwest Specialty Hospital has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven consecutive years! Companies throughout Washington and Idaho were selected based on employee feedback about benefits, work environment, job satisfaction, and other factors. We continue to receive this distinguished honor based on our great company culture, patient-focused approach, and robust benefits package!

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
• Tuition reimbursement
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, 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.