Medical Assistant at Kootenai Health

Overview

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)#

Schedule

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Starting Wage:# MA: $24.61 # #

Position Summary

In this role, you will be responsible for vitals, injections, basic triage and should be able to assist in minor procedures. #

Responsibilities

• Interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records information on patients# charts May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients Performs a variety of tasks Typically reports to supervisor or manager Performs other related duties as assigned Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned # Requirements and Minimum

Qualifications

• CMA Requirements and Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent preferred Completion of accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience Passage of CMA examination given by AAMA, NHA or NCCT required within 3 months from date of hire BLS Required.# Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS within 60 days of hire # Working Conditions ### #Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs ### #Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position ### #Typical equipment used in a clinical job ### #Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend ### #Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment # About Kootenai Health # Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest.
• We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet# Status for Nursing Excellence.
• We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider. # As your next employer, we are excited to offer you: # Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer‑paid options for eligible full‑time employees, plus affordable plans for part‑time staff.#

Benefits

• begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth Retirement plans with pre‑tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%#6% Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials Award‑winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps PerkSpot discounts#providing access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories And an employee referral bonus program # Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers.
• If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can#t wait to meet you! # Apply today! # Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.
• Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. #KHHP25