Medical Assistant (MA)

Functional Medicine of Idaho; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Functional Medicine of Idaho is seeking a detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our patient-centered team. You will take vitals, collect samples, maintain health records, and support a multidisciplinary clinical environment.

Responsibilities include chart prep, room setup, daily huddle participation, patient portal inquiries, inventory support, and ensuring HIPAA compliance. We value collaboration, empathy, and commitment to accurate care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited medical assistance certification program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take vitals and collect test samples, maintain accurate patient records.
• Prepare patient charts and assist with opening/closing tasks.
• participate in daily morning clinical team huddles for coordination.
• Clean and prepare examination rooms before patient appointments.
• Maintain daily communication with patient care team and staff.
• Respond to patient inquiries in the portal and assist with referrals when needed.
• Assist nurse and office manager with medical inventory and orders for supplies.
• Be flexible to take on additional tasks as directed.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Communication skills

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certification (accredited)

Tools

MBHQ

Lab partners

Epic

Rupa

Vibrant Wellness

Galleri

Paylocity

Imaging

Job description

Description

At Functional Medicine of Idaho (FMI), we are committed to helping people thrive by providing personalized, integrative healthcare that addresses the root causes of health concerns. Our mission is to empower individuals at every stage of life, guiding them toward optimal well-being. We focus on delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care rooted in the latest research and compassionate service. At FMI, we value collaboration, innovation, and empathy, and are dedicated to offering the best functional and integrative medicine in the communities we serve. Join our team and be part of transforming healthcare while making a meaningful impact.

• 401(k) Retirement
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee Discounts

Benefits

• 401(k) Retirement
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee Discounts

Role And Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Responsible for patient interactions, including taking vitals, collecting test samples, and maintaining accurate patient health records and history.
• Chart Preparation: Ensure patient charts are prepared accurately, assisting with opening and closing responsibilities as directed.
• Clinical Team Collaboration: Actively participate in daily morning clinical team huddles to ensure seamless communication and planning.
• Room Preparation: Clean and prepare examination rooms before patient appointments, ensuring a sterile and organized environment.
• Communication: Maintain daily communication with the patient care team and clinical staff to ensure smooth and efficient operations throughout the day.
• Patient Inquiries: Respond to patient inquiries in the patient portal (MBHQ), assist with faxing scripts and referrals on a case-by-case basis.
• Inventory Management: Assist the nurse and office manager in maintaining medical inventory, and place orders for new supplies and materials as needed.
• Flexibility: Be flexible to complete tasks and additional responsibilities as requested by your next-level supervisor.

Qualification And/or Work Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited medical assistance certification program is preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Must be detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Strong knowledge of patient care and examination procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times (HIPAA compliant).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients and team members.
• Software familiarity (MBHQ, Lab partners, Epic, Rupa, Vibrant Wellness, Galleri, Paylocity, Imaging)

Functional Medicine of Idaho is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, handicap or veteran status.

Requirements

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