PEDS SPECIALTY - MEDICAL ASSISTANT/CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Idaho-Falls-Community-Hospital-LL; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off and Medical PTO

401K with up to 6% match

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Idaho Falls Community Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant or CMA to support pediatric specialty care. You will assist physicians, collect specimens, handle data entry and chart management, and coordinate appointments while delivering excellent patient service.

Requirements include high school diploma, BLS, and preference for CMA or phlebotomy training. English proficiency required; bilingual is a plus. Full-time position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school program or higher.
• CMA course preferred, not required.
• Phlebotomy course and phlebotomy experience.
• Pediatric experience is preferred, not required.
• Experience with computers and office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician with patient care and procedures.
• Schedule appointments and manage charting.
• Collect specimens and process routine testing; relay results to doctor.
• Perform specimen collection and handling per guidelines.
• Provide customer service to patients, families and staff.
• Maintain infection control and cleanliness in exam rooms.

Skills

Patient communication

BLS Certification

Phlebotomy

Medical terminology

Computer literacy

English language

Bilingual (advantage)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CMA course (preferred)

Phlebotomy course

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Idaho Falls Community Hospital is looking for a Medical Assistant / Certified Medical Assistant to join our team!JOB SUMMARY:The Medical Assistant or CMA is responsible for assisting physician with patient care, clerical, environmental and organizational tasks in a busy pediatric specialty center. Responsible for appointment scheduling including care and chart management. Provides information to patients so they may fully utilize and benefit from the clinic services. Conveys a positive image of clinic. Collect, process routine testing, and returning results back to doctor. Obtain, process doctor’s orders, and data entry. Provide good customer service on the phone, patients, doctors, and other medical staff. Work well under pressure. Perform specimen collection and handling.BENEFITS:Taking care for our community starts with taking care of our own team. Idaho Falls Community Hospital is proud to offer its employees competitive and comprehensive benefit packages. Benefits include:Medical, Dental and Vision InsurancePaid Time Off (vacation, holidays and sick days) and Medical Paid Time OffRetirement Plans (401K with up to 6% match)Earned Quarterly Bonus ProgramEducation Reimbursement ProgramDiscount for medically necessary procedures performed at Idaho Falls Community Hospital and Mountain View HospitalPlease note benefits are based on eligibility according to full-time, part-time or PRN status classification.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Medical Assistant/CMAFulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned which may include: checking schedules and organizing patient flow; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room; assisting patients as needed with walking, transfers, collecting specimens, preparing for exam, etc.; collecting patient history; performing screenings per provider guidelines; assisting physician with various procedures; charting; relaying instructions to patients; answering calls and providing pertinent information.Proficiency in collecting correct blood samples and other body fluids, ensuring proper patient identification, and labeling of samples.Follows hospital policies and procedures for transporting and delivering samples to laboratory. Knowledge of handling laboratory supplies and stocks supplies.Follows standards precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Knowledge and performance of sterile tech.Proficient in clerical responsibilities including: sending/receiving patient medical records; obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral information, etc.; completing forms/requisitions as needed; scheduling appointments; verifying insurance coverage and patient demographics; managing and charts to ensure information completed and filed appropriately.Performs facility responsibilities as assigned which may include: setting up instruments and equipment according to department protocol; cleaning exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control.Maintains Point of Care documents and performs Quality Control management.ABOUT IDAHO FALLS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL:At Idaho Falls Community Hospital, helping our community get better is our number one priority. We are committed to providing compassionate, emergency care 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Idaho Falls Community Hospital is proud to have a state-of-the-art Emergency Department, a stroke and diagnostic cardiac center, and a trauma center.Our work environment is collaborative, purpose driven and people centric. Our culture is unique and it is what makes people excited to come to work each day. If you are looking for a career where you can make a difference, we have a place for you on our team.Graduation from an accredited high school program or higher. Current BLS Certification. Valid driver’s license.CMA course preferred, not required. Phlebotomy course and phlebotomy experience. Pediatric experience is preferred, not required.Experience with computers and office equipment, required.The ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Bilingual is a plus. Must understand medical terminology.