Medical Assistant II

Job Description

About the Company: Providence

Providence is a large and comprehensive healthcare organization with a deep-rooted mission to serve everyone, especially the most vulnerable. Their core promise is “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” With a workforce of over 120,000 caregivers (all employees), Providence operates across seven states: Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, and Washington. Their network includes over 50 hospitals and more than 1,000 clinics, offering a full range of health and social services.

Providence fosters a culture built on patient-focused, whole-person care, emphasizing understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. They are dedicated to empowering their caregivers, believing that voices matter to inspire and retain the best talent. The organization is committed to providing a supportive career path and an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and every caregiver is essential, heard, and respected. Providence is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering an environment free from discrimination based on race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected basis.

Providence offers a comprehensive, “best-in-class” benefits package designed to support caregivers’ well-being, professional growth, and financial security. These benefits include:
• A retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching.
• Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision).
• Life insurance and disability insurance.
• Time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues).
• Voluntary benefits and well-being resources.

The Providence Clinical Network (PCN) is a key service line within Providence, delivering quality, compassionate, and coordinated care across its seven-state footprint. PCN is one of the largest medical groups in the country, comprising over 11,000 providers, 900 clinics, and 30,000 caregivers. It includes various regional medical groups and foundations such as Providence Medical Group (in AK, WA, MT, OR), Swedish Medical Group (WA), Pacific Medical Centers (WA), Kadlec (WA), and several Providence Medical Foundations and Groups in California, Texas, and New Mexico.

Job Description: Medical Assistant II (MA II)

The Medical Assistant II (MA II) is a clinical support role primarily focused on patient care within the Providence Medical Group Montana, specifically at the St Patrick Hospital-Broadway Bldg-Missoula MT, located at 500 W Broadway. This is a full-time, day shift, on-site position within the 3501 INT MED MT BROADWAY department.

Role Summary and Responsibilities:
The MA II works under the direct delegation of a licensed practitioner to perform duties that assist in providing patient care to assigned patients. This role encompasses all responsibilities of an MA I and requires full competency in the clinical needs and functions specific to the assigned clinic or location of work. The MA II is expected to adhere strictly to established policies, procedures, and regulations in all duties. While not explicitly detailed, core clinical duties typically include obtaining vital signs, administering injections, and medication administration, as these are listed as required clinical skills for certain experience pathways.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
• Coursework/Training: One of the following must be met:
• Graduate of an accredited school that includes hands-on training in a clinical setting for medical assistants, OR
• Graduate of a registered medical assistant apprenticeship program, OR
• Completion of two years of medical training in the United States Armed Forces, OR
• Minimum of one year of work experience as a medical assistant that specifically includes the following clinical skills: obtaining vital signs, administering injections, and medication administration.
• Certifications:
• Upon hire, must possess National Provider BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 6 months of healthcare experience.
• Minimum of 6 months of Medical Assistant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Certification:
• Upon hire, National Medical Assistant Certification is preferred.

Compensation:
The base pay range for this position is $17.88 – $27.36 per hour. It’s important to note that this is the base pay range, and additional compensation opportunities may be available. These can include:
• Shift differentials
• Standby/on-call pay
• Overtime
• Premiums
• Extra shift incentives
• Bonus opportunities