Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a compassionate, patient-focused Certified Medical Assistant II or Licensed Practical Nurse to join our dynamic Urgent Care team!
This Position is on-call, likely 1-shift per week!
If you thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment and are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, we invite you to become part of a team dedicated to making a difference in our community every day.
In this role, you will work alongside experienced providers and clinical staff in a busy urgent care setting, providing high-quality care and support to patients of all ages. Responsibilities include rooming patients, obtaining and documenting vital signs, administering injections, performing venipuncture and specimen processing, conducting urinalysis and EKG testing, and assisting with in-office procedures. You will also be responsible for preparing and cleaning procedure rooms, maintaining proper infection control standards, safely disposing of biohazard and sharps waste, and ensuring clinical supplies are fully stocked and organized. As a CMA II, you will also have the opportunity to expand your clinical skillset through employer-provided training in basic radiology and IV starts, allowing for continued professional growth and development within the organization.
Qualifications and Preferred Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent
Proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Must be a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with an active certification with the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
Aware of standards of cleaning and performs in accordance with them
Ability to relate and work effectively with others
Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards
Ability to complete internally provided radiology and IV training courses within six months of hire
Previous experience is preferred
About Northwest Specialty Hospital: Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely known for being a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested personally, professionally and financially in the care of the patients and the staff. They have dedicated their lives to creating a hospital that allows them to practice on their own terms and do what’s best for patients. Northwest Specialty Hospital includes 12 operating rooms and 28 inpatient beds, along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County, that span across multiple specialties.
Northwest Specialty Hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care, surgical skill, medical care, and employee satisfaction. Northwest Specialty Hospital has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven consecutive years!! Companies throughout Washington and Idaho were selected based on employee feedback about benefits, work environment, job satisfaction, and other factors. We continue to receive this distinguished honor based on our great company culture, patient focused approach, and robust benefits package!
Some of our amazing perks and benefits offered to employees are:
Company-sponsored events such as sporting events, BBQs, and holiday parties
Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, leadership courses
A generous 401K retirement plan
A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
Wellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
Culture that promotes and supports 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.**
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