Medical Assistant, Certified - Kootenai Clinic - Kootenai Health

Medical Assistant Certified KC

Job Code: 24039

Position Summary

Assists in examination and treatment of patients under the direction of designated healthcare provider.

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

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

• Completion of accredited Medical Assistant program OR equivalent education/experience required

• Current CMA certification by AAMA, NHA or NCCT required

• BLS required

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:

• 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 Talent Consultant by calling us at or emailing. You can also contact the 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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