Certified Medical Assistant

Nor-Lea Hospital District; Lovington (NM); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Nor-Lea Hospital District seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to perform a wide range of patient care and coordination duties, emphasizing quality of care and customer service. The CMA collaborates with Clinical services staff to support direct patient services and may float to any NLGH clinic to ensure patient comfort and timely service.

Core values include Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Empowerment, guiding interactions with patients and staff.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• One of the following preferred: NCMA, NRCMA, RMA, CCMA, CMA-AAM.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and coordination as primary duties.
• Serve as a point of contact with internal and external departments to support patient services.
• May float to any NLGH clinic as needed; ensure timely, quality care and patient comfort.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety factors

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

NCMA - National Medical Assistant Certification

NRCMA - Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant

RMA - Registered Medical Assistant

CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

CMA-AAM - Certified Medical Assistant

Job description

As a Certified Medical Assistant at Nor-Lea Hospital District this position performs a wide variety of duties and responsibilities in a manner that places emphasis on quality of care and customer service. Must work collaboratively with all Clinical services staff in support of direct patient services, exhibiting competency in job duties. Patient services are the key priority in this position requiring the CMA to serve as a point of contact with other internal and external departments, all with the goal of fostering an environment which promotes patient comfort and trust. Employee is expected to arrive on time and may be required to float to any NLGH clinic. The position must exemplify the core values, and mission of the organization, always exercising utmost discretion, diplomacy, and tact in patient/staff interactions, including AIDET and service recovery. Primary duties include patient care and coordination.

Values

i - Innovation

"Forward thinking" "Exploring new possibilities" "Ambitious Goals" Looks out for new and innovative approaches that will improve efficiency. Embraces and champions new ideas and encourages others to do likewise. Recognizes and rewards people and teams who are creative and innovative. This is in sharp contrast to those who tend to embrace the status quo, struggle with new approaches and discourage others when they are creative and innovative in the pursuit of increased efficiency or effectiveness.

C - Compassion

"Friendly countenance" "Servant attitude" "Demonstrating genuine concern" Shows genuine sensitivity to the needs, feelings and capabilities of other people. Deals with others in a pleasant manner. Treats others with respect and consideration. This is in contrast to those who are unpleasant and tend to alienate co-workers, or who seem insensitive to the needs of others and tend to demonstrate a lack of respect for others.

A - Accountability

"Showing integrity" "Leading by example" "Ownership and accepting responsibility" Acts in ways that demonstrate personal integrity and serves as a positive example of why others should trust the motives of the organization. Views himself or herself as a reflection of the organization by following through on commitments and accepting ownership of any mistakes he or she might make. Leaves others with the clear impression that integrity is a core value at this organization. This is in contrast to individuals who make commitments that go unmet, fail to acknowledge their role in disappointing events, or whose actions (or inaction) leave others with doubts about the level of trust that should be placed in the organization.

R - Respect

"Considerate of cultural diversity" "Building trust" "All people are to be valued" Demonstrates a genuine interest in the thoughts, opinions, values and needs of co-workers and customers. Avoids speaking, writing or doing other things that could be seen as disrespectful of people in their absence (or "behind their backs"). Recognizes and shows respect for the strengths and contributions of others. This is in clear contrast to behaviors that leave people feeling that their thoughts, opinions, values and needs are of little interest.

E - Empowerment

"Allowing others to reach their full potential: "Freedom to do what is right for our patients" "Attain and share knowledge to enrich others" Empowered in an intentional manner that allows the person to find their way, yet receiving help when needed. Using good judgment related to the level of authority given and the amount of leeway extended. This contrasts with leaders and individuals who focus more on the risks involved from the empowerment, instead of reaching the full potential of the organization.

Organization Expectations

Communication

The process of sending and receiving messages with words, verbally, written or in sign language.

Customer Focus

Identifying and responding to current and future patient and other customers’ needs; providing excellent service to internal and external patients and other customers.

Initiative

Identifying and dealing with issues proactively and persistently; seizing opportunities that arise.

Self-Development

Lifelong, voluntary, and self-motivated learning.

Teamwork

Effectively work and complete assignments in group settings. Works independently and cooperatively with others to achieve common goals.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Communication skills - oral/written

Interpersonal skills

Safety factors

Education

High School graduate or equivalent required
One of the following preferred:
o NCMA- National Medical Assistant Certification from the National Center for Competency Testing
o NRCMA - Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant from the National Association of Health Professionals
o RMA- Registered Medical Assistant from the American Association of Medical Personnel, American Allied Health, American Medical Technologists, or American Registry of Medical Assistants
o CCMA- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certificate from the National Healthcareer Association required
o CMA-AAM- Certified Medical Assistant from the American Association of Medical Assistants