What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN OR CMA Orthopedic Clinic position at St Lukes Health System (Boise ID)?
Overview
At St. Luke’s, our Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Certified Medical Assistants (CMAs) play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional, patient-centered care. We value the unique strengths, experiences, and perspectives that each team member brings, fostering an inclusive environment that drives excellence in every aspect of our service.
Sign-On Bonus Eligible & Geographical Differential
What You Can Expect in This Role:
Work as an integral part of our team in McCall , where you'll help deliver top-tier care in a collaborative and engaging clinic setting.
As part of our Orthopedic Clinic , you'll support patients in managing chronic conditions and recovering from acute injuries (such as strains, sprains, and broken bones). You’ll collaborate with a diverse team of professionals, including doctors, nurses, athletic trainers, physician assistants, radiology technicians, and administrative staff.
You’ll play a key role in guiding patients through their entire surgical journey—from consultation and pre-surgical education to post-operative care.
You’ll also have opportunities to:
Observe procedures in the operating room to enhance understanding, triage assessment skills, and patient education delivery.
Assist with a variety of clinical tasks, such as brace and cast applications, arthrocentesis and intraarticular injections, ultrasound, and PRP.
Cross-train with the neighboring General Surgery clinic to provide additional support and expand your skillset.
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. — No weekends or holidays!
Come join our team and enjoy using your skills to the fullest while gaining valuable hands-on experience.
Qualifications:
For Certified Medical Assistant (CMA): Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program
Certifications:
Current BLS-CPR Certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Current National Certification as a Medical Assistant from one of the following organizations: NCCT, NAHP, AMT, AAMA, AMCA, or NHA
For Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Education:
Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program
Licensure/Certifications:
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice
Current BLS-CPR Certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
What’s in it for you
At St. Luke’s, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission – and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Virgin Pulse Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals.
St. Luke’s is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.
*Please note: this posting is not reflective of all job duties and responsibilities and is intended to provide an overview to job seekers.
