Certified Medical Assistant; Cma - Northwest Hand To Shoulder Center

Overview

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a compassionate, patient-oriented Certified Medical Assistant to join our Northwest Hand to Shoulder Center team. This role involves patient rooming, vital signs, injections, venipuncture, urinalysis, EKG testing, preparing and cleaning procedure rooms for in-office procedures, proper disposal of biohazard and sharps waste, and stocking supplies. Candidates must demonstrate aseptic technique, standard precautions, EKGs, urinalysis, venipuncture (including proper order of draw and processing specimens), and basic pharmacology.

• Room patients, record vital signs, administer injections, perform venipuncture, urinalysis, and EKG testing.
• Set up and clean up procedure rooms for in-office procedures.
• Properly discard all biohazard and sharps waste.
• Stock supplies and maintain a clean, organized work environment.
• Demonstrate good principles and practices of aseptic technique and knowledge of standard precautions.
• Understand and apply the proper order of draw and processing of specimens.
• Apply basic pharmacology knowledge as applicable to the role.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Must be a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with an active certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), or National Health career Association (NHA)
• Aware of cleaning standards and able to perform in accordance with them
• Ability to relate to and work effectively with others
• Demonstrated verbal and written English communication skills for safe and effective patient care and documentation
• Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for professional advancement
• Previous experience is preferred
• Awareness of standards of cleaning and performance in accordance with them
• Licenses &
  
  Certifications:
  
  Cert Medical Assistant (Required)

Northwest Specialty Hospital is known for excellence and is owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested to allow practice on their own terms and to prioritize patient care. The hospital includes 12 operating rooms and 28 inpatient beds, with clinics and services throughout Kootenai County across multiple specialties.

• Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs, and holiday parties
• Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance (for benefit-eligible positions)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, and leadership courses
• A generous 401K retirement plan
• A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community
• Wellness benefits such as weight loss challenges, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
• Culture that promotes work/life balance

Northwest Specialty Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.