CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA) - PEDIATRICS

Certified Medical AssistantNorthwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a compassionate, patient-oriented Certified Medical Assistant to join our team at our Pediatrics & Family Medicine Clinic!Under the supervision of the Practice Manager, you will room patients, record vital signs, administer injections, perform venipuncture, urinalysis, EKG testing, set up and clean up procedure rooms for in-office procedures, properly discard all biohazard and sharps waste, and stock supplies. Must demonstrate good principles and practices of aseptic technique, knowledge of standard precautions, EKGs, urinalysis, venipuncture, including proper order of draw and processing specimens, and basic pharmacology.Qualifications and Preferred Experience:High school diploma or equivalentProof of Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationMust 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 themAbility to relate and work effectively with othersDemonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standardsWillingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement.Previous experience is preferredAbout 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 10 operating rooms and 30 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 partiesComprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision InsuranceTuition reimbursementGrowth opportunities, ongoing education, training, leadership coursesA generous 401K retirement planA variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employeesWellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discount gym membershipsCulture 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.**