Employment Type:

Shift:

Description:

The Neuroscience Institute is now hiring for a team-oriented and personable Medical Assistant for our Neurosurgery Clinic located on the Boise Regional Medical Center campus!

Position Summary & Highlights:

• This Medical Assistant position will provide direct support to two providers in the clinic.
• The clinic boasts a culture of collaborative, autonomous, connected, welcoming, hardworking, and rewarding.
• ***Please make sure you meet the minimum requirements (see below) for this position before applying. CNA and EMT certification/experience does not qualify for this position.***
• As the regional provider of advanced neurological services, Saint Alphonsus neurologists provide care for patients with complex conditions, neurodegenerative disorders, seizures, and general neurological disease. 
• The Saint Alphonsus Medical Group Neurosurgery clinics are a resource for the microsurgical treatment of neurological conditions.
• Our board-certified neurosurgeons specialize in the surgical treatment of neurological cases ranging from neck and spine problems to the most complex neurovascular disorders.
• The Neurosurgery clinic team works in tandem with our neurosurgical team as well as supporting our neuro-ophthalmologist who is the only one in the state of Idaho!

What Will You Do:

• In addition to rooming patients and taking vitals, you will perform prior authorizations for medications, procedures, and imaging.
• Complete chart prep, follow up on imaging orders, calling patients with surgery instructions, and an occasional set up for a procedure.
• You will work in a great positive team environment along side other MAs, RNs, and front office staff.

An ideal candidate will:

• Need to be able to consistently anticipate what needs to be done for a successful visit with the surgeons. This is a very fast paced clinic, mentally and physically, requiring rooming upwards of 20-25 patients each clinical day.
• Be reliable, a proactive diligent worker, eager to learn, has an interest in the neuroscience field, and likes to be challenged and able to handle stressful situations at times.
• Be friendly and confident, enjoy providing attentive and compassionate patient care, have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
• Enjoy working with patients of all ages and enjoy working independently and in a team environment!

Work Schedule:

• 40 hours per week, Mondays – Fridays, around the hours of 7:30am – 4:30pm. There is no clinic on Fridays so the clinic has a rotation of who has a day off or leaves early.
• Shift start and end times may vary based on provider and clinic needs.

Location:

• 1072 N. Liberty Street, Ste. 200, Boise, ID 83704 (On the Boise Regional Medical Center campus - I-184 & Curtis Road)
• May occasionally cover at the Boise Neurology clinic located in the same building , Ste. 303 or at the clinic in Nampa on the Nampa Medical Center campus.

Learn more about the Neurosurgery Services:

https://www.saintalphonsus.org/specialty/neurosciences/neurosurgery

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required at hire.
• MA certification required within 90 days of hire from one of the following Saint Alphonsus approved agencies:
  • American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA)
  • American Medical Technologists (RMA)
  • National Healthcare Association (CCMA)
  • National Center for Competency Testing (NCMA)
  • National Association of Health Professionals (NRCMA)
  • American Medical Certification Association (CMAC)
  • National Phlebotomy Certification Examination (NPCE MA)
• New Graduates: 1) MA certificate of completion required from an accredited program or school. 2) Completion of either a 100-hour MA externship or 6 months MA experience in lieu of the externship hours even with MA certification.
• Medical Assistant with Experience: 1 Year of MA experience OR Current MA Certification OR obtain or renew certification within 90 days from hire from approved credentialing agencies listed above.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire.
• *Obtaining the MA certification typically requires completing an MA Program or working as a Medical Assistant for at least 1 year. See each of the credentialing organization sites for additional details. EMT and CNA certifications will not count towards an MA certification.

Highlights and Benefits

When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.

• We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
• Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
• We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.

Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more!

Saint Alphonsus Facility Information:

Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.

• Forbes America's Best In-State Employers
• Forbes America's Best Large Employers 2025;
• Forbes America's Best Employers for Healthcare Professionals 2025;
• Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
• The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);
• Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.