Medical Assistant, Certified (CMA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - KHC - Kootenai Health

This position is eligible for a $2,000 sign on bonus!

In this role, you will be responsible for vitals, injections, basic triage and should be able to assist in minor procedures. In addition, you should possess a solid understanding of medical terminology, computers, and phones. In this role, you will provide excellent customer service and have good written/verbal communication skills. Ideal candidates will be knowledgeable of routine office procedures, medical instruments, and will screen phone calls from patients for the provider. This position will adhere to all policies, procedures and regulations to ensure patient safety and compliance.

• Maintain an effective patient flow
• Assist physician during patient exams
• Perform necessary follow-up in a timely and accurate manner
• Provide quality care

Part Time - Day Shift - 64 hours per pay period

Team Highlights

Kootenai Health provides a full spectrum of care for cardiology patients, both within the hospital at Kootenai Health’s Heart Center and for patients at Kootenai Heart Clinics. From treatment to rehabilitation to prevention, patients receive personalized, quality cardiac care, delivered from the heart.

This position is based out of our Sandpoint, Idaho clinic and has the possibility of travel to other clinic locations to fill in as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

LPN Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:

• Vocational/technical training program in Nursing
• State of Idaho Licensed Practice Nurse
• BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during general orientation.

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 or move up to 50 lbs
• 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

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:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance premiums for full-time employees. Part-time employees pay only a small portion a month for medical, dental, and vision coverage. Benefits start 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, various cell phone carriers, and more
• Robust and interactive employee referral program
• And much more

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! Please reach out to HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org with any questions.

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.

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