What are the responsibilities and job description for the MA Caldwell Chemo Infusion Clinic Part-Time Days position at Saint Alphonsus Health System?
The Cancer Institute is now hiring for a team-oriented and compassionate part-time Medical Assistant to work in the Caldwell Chemo Infusion clinic!
This position will support physicians, APPs, and other staff with rooming, patient scheduling for infusion/clinic visits, and other clinical support duties at the Caldwell Cancer Institute.
The Saint Alphonsus Cancer Institute is proud to be the leading cancer program in Idaho and Eastern Oregon. Our committed team of oncologists and surgeons use advanced technology to provide the highest quality of care for all types of cancer, treating it at the earliest stage.
We offer advanced diagnostic tools like low-dose CT and 3D imaging, precision radiation therapies, and integrated care plans and support programs. These help provide seamless care for patients and families.
Saint Alphonsus also holds the region's largest clinical trials.
You will work in a small clinic environment with nurses and physicians focused on providing compassionate patient care.
In addition to typical MA duties, you will take vitals, give injections, assist patients with moving within the clinic, and set up for procedures.
You will also schedule patients for infusion and clinic visits and complete related paperwork, coordinate with pre-auth and dosimetry staff to schedule procedures, and provide comfort to patients who come for treatment.
You will also work on the computer including items in the work queue, scheduling new patients, scheduling patients for procedures, related appointments, and follow up visits and complete related paperwork.
An ideal candidate will be outgoing, compassionate, committed to the position longer-term, and patient with orientation and training for the role.
You will be comfortable with computers and related technology given the scheduling system and charting. Experience with Epic is a plus.
You will also desire being part of a strong team and enjoy connecting with patients and developing relationships with them.
20 hours/week, 2 - 10-hour days, Tuesdays and Fridays, around the hours of 7:30am - 6:00pm.
This position will train with our schedulers in our Nampa infusion room as there is limited space in Caldwell infusion to train at the nurse’s station. This will be about 7-8 weeks of training in Nampa.
Clinic start and end time can vary based on providers schedule.
This position will NOT work weekends or major holidays.
Orientation and training will require additional hours the first two weeks.
It will be at least 2-3 full days each week in the first two weeks, plus self-paced e-learning modules you will be required to complete during that time.
Includes General Orientation, Epic Training, and Clinical Regulatory Training.
Caldwell Clinic: 3123 Medical Dr. Ste B, Caldwell, ID 83605
Nampa Infusion Clinic: 4400 E Flamingo Ave., Ste. 130, Nampa, ID 83687
https://www.saintalphonsus.org/specialty/cancer-care/
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
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 (NAHP)
New Graduates: Completion of either 6 months MA experience or completion of 100-hour MA externship is required 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.
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.
Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more!
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.
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