Employment Type:
Part 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.
TheJoint Orthopedics and Sports Medicine clinicat the Meridian Health Plaza are looking for a passionate and organizedMedical Assistant!
Position Summary& Highlights:
- This MA position will support a busy provider part-time in the clinic working as part of thesports medicine and orthopedics team.
- Our highly skilled orthopedic surgeons and interdisciplinary clinical teams are regarded as among the finest in the region and many have received national acclaim for their quality care.
- Our clinics offer patients both surgical and non-surgical treatment options for their problems. Patients can feel confident they are in capable hands with board-certified Orthopedic Surgeons whose highest priority is excellence in patient care.
What You Will Do:
- You will work with another MA/Certified First Assistant to support a busy orthopedic surgeon.
- In addition to the typical MA duties, you will prep injections for minor procedures, complete chart prep, DME application, and suture removals.
- You will also assist with surgery scheduling, prior authorizations, MRI authorizations, patient phone calls, and potentially casting and cast removal.
- You will work with great providers in a highly-team oriented environment, working on clinic projects that improve workflows and processes in the clinic.
- An ideal candidate will have an interest in sports medicine and orthopedics, strong customer service skills, and desire to learn.
- You are a quick learner, has an easy going personality, good sense of humor, and is a flexible team player willing to jump in on whatever is needed to be done.
Work Schedule:
- 20 - 24 hours/week, 8 hour shifts, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.
- Around the hours of 8:00am - 4:30pm.
Location:
- Meridian: 3025 W Cherry LnSte 205Meridian, ID 83642
Learn more about Orthopedics at Saint Alphonsus:
https://www.saintalphonsus.org/specialty/orthopedic-care/services/
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent requiredat 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 a100-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 requiredat 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.
Highlights and Benefits
When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.
- 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.
Visitwww.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more!
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 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.
