MA Boise Heart Institute Full-Time

Saint Alphonsus; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Comprehensive benefits from day one

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Saint Alphonsus Health System in Boise, ID seeks a Medical Assistant to support surgeons and cardiology teams across multiple subspecialties. You will perform EKGs, place heart monitors, handle patient education, and manage prior authorizations while working in a collaborative clinic environment.

Ideal candidates have MA certification within 90 days, a high school diploma, and BLS. The role offers a structured learning culture with opportunities for growth and a stable daytime schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required at hire.
• MA certification required within 90 days of hire from Saint Alphonsus approved agencies (CMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA, NRCMA, CMAC, NPCE MA).
• New Graduates: MA certificate of completion or 100-hour externship or 6 months MA experience in lieu of externship hours.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from AHA, ARC or Military Training Network is required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform main MA duties plus EKGs and placement of heart monitors; educate patients on device use.
• Complete prior authorizations and patient calls; manage tasks in the in-basket.
• Develop relationships with physicians and patients; be a team player who is self-motivated and thrives on challenges.
• Experience with cardiac medications, EKG placement, and rhythm knowledge is a plus.

Skills

Team player

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

MA certification required (CMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA, NRCMA, CMAC, NPCE MA) within 90 days

Job description

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.

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.

Position Summary & Highlights

• This MA position will help support surgeons, cardiologists, APP providers, PAs, and NPs in General Cardiology and a variety of sub-specialties such as Electrophysiology, Structural Heart, Interventional Cardiology, and post chemotherapy and radiation treatment.
• ***CNA only work experience does not qualify applicants for the MA position. See Minimum Requirements below for details.***
• The clinic offers a lot of educational opportunities with bi-weekly lunch and learns with providers and content experts. They also offer online learning modules during orientation to help with cardiac knowledge base.
• This clinic boasts a great team environment and friendly providers that encourage learning.
• The Saint Alphonsus Heart Institute offers highly trained heart specialists who treat the most common to the most complex heart conditions.
• The Heart Institute offers state-of-the-art Heart Centers in Boise and Nampa and outreach patient care to other cities and towns in the Treasure Valley!

What You Will Do

• In addition to primary MA duties, you will perform EKGs and place heart monitors on patients and educate patients on their use.
• You will complete prior authorizations and patient calls, and tasks in the in-basket.
• An ideal candidate for this position is a team player who is self-motivated and likes to be challenged, is driven, and has strong critical thinking skills. You enjoy developing relationships with physicians and patients.
• Experience with cardiac medications, EKG placement, and rhythm knowledge is a plus.

Work Schedule

• 40 hours/week, 4-10 hour shifts , Monday - Friday.
• Shift start around 7:00am/7:30am.
• This position does not work weekends or major holidays

Locations

• 6140 N. Curtisian Ave. Ste. 200, Boise, ID 83704
• On the Boise Regional Medical Center campus - I-184 and Curtis Road.

Learn More About The Heart Care Institute

https://www.saintalphonsus.org/specialty/heart-and-vascular/

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.

Why Saint Alphonsus?

• 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.

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.

• Forbes America's Best In-State Employers 2026;
• Forbes America's Best Large Employers 2025;
• Forbes America's Best Employers for Healthcare Professionals 2025;
• 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

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.