Administrative Assistant/Receptionist

Sierra Health Care Inc.; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO

401(k)

Mileage reimbursement

Education support

Certifications/licensure

Continuing education

Employee recognition

Team building events

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Sierra Health Care in Las Cruces, NM seeks an Administrative Assistant to be the first voice patients hear and to keep daily operations on track. You’ll manage front office duties, greet visitors, triage calls, and maintain an organized reception area to support a busy care team.

The role requires a high school diploma, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and the ability to work independently with privacy and professionalism.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; coursework or certification in office administration is a plus
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and willing to learn healthcare systems
• Familiarity with medical terminology preferred
• Strong organization and time management; able to work independently
• Clear, professional communication
• Respect for patient privacy and confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Answer and triage incoming phone calls
• Keep the front desk running smoothly and organized
• Track, order, and inventory office supplies
• Assemble Start of Care packets for clinical teams
• Handle mail and packages from mailbox and Post Office
• Deposit checks via remote capture and maintain records
• Issue, activate, and deactivate employee access badges and key cards
• Support the Business Office Manager, Directors, and Executive Leadership with administrative projects

Skills

Microsoft Office

Organization

Communication

Privacy

Healthcare terminology

Education

High school diploma

Office administration cert

Job description

Administrative Assistant

Las Cruces, NM • Administrative

About the Role

Sierra Health Care has served Las Cruces families since 1982, and the people who keep our office running help make that possible. As our Administrative Assistant, you’ll be the first voice patients, families, and partners hear when they call and the steady presence that keeps daily operations on track. You’ll handle front office and receptionist duties, including answering and triaging incoming calls and keeping the front desk organized. This role fits someone who is organized, friendly, and comfortable juggling many small tasks that add up to a big difference for our care teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Answer and triage incoming phone calls with prompt, courteous communication
• Keep the front desk running smoothly, including the printers, copier stations, and general workspace
• Track, order, and inventory office supplies, and keep the breakroom stocked
• Assemble Start of Care packets and materials for our clinical teams
• Pick up and distribute incoming mail and packages from the mailbox and Post Office
• Deposit checks through the bank’s remote capture system and keep accurate records
• Issue, activate, and deactivate employee access badges and key cards
• Support the Business Office Manager, Directors, and Executive Leadership with administrative projects

What We’re Looking For

• A high school diploma or equivalent; coursework or certification in office administration is a plus
• Comfort with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel) and a willingness to learn our healthcare systems
• Familiarity with medical or healthcare terminology is preferred, but not required
• Strong organization and time management, with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• Clear, professional communication, both written and spoken
• A warm, respectful approach to everyone you work with, and care for the privacy of the patients we serve

Work Environment

Primarily works in an office

Supervisor

Business Office Manager

Supervises

• None

Risk Level

Office-based; limited physical effort or patient contact

Why Join Us

Sierra is a nonprofit, so our focus is on the patients and community we serve. You’ll join a close-knit team that notices and celebrates the people behind the scenes.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, PTO, and a 401(k)
• Mileage reimbursement
• Educational Encouragement for certifications, licensure advancement, and continuing education
• Monthly Employee Recognition
• Discipline Appreciation Events, including a dedicated gift and luncheon for Administrative Staff
• Team building events, including potlucks and celebrations across Las Cruces and Truth or Consequences
• Referral bonuses for qualified referrals

If you take pride in making things run well and want your work to matter to the families we serve, we’d be honored to meet you and help you bring out the courage in others.

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