Certified Medical Assistant

Akicita Federal, LLC; Santa Clara (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Akicita Federal, LLC seeks a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support across IHS facilities in New Mexico. The role includes patient interaction, specimen collection, vaccination assistance, lab prep, and clinic operations support with rotations between Santa Fe and Santa Clara NM.

Responsibilities include screening, venipuncture, point-of-care testing, documentation in EMR, and coordination with nursing teams. A state-accredited program completion and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Completion of a state-accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Minimum of 12 months Medical Assistant experience.
• Current and unrestricted Medical Assistant credential/license.
• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; ACLS and PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient screening, intake, and vital signs.
• Assist with venipuncture, specimen collection, labeling, and lab prep.
• Support vaccination clinics and medication administration.
• Provide clinical support across neonatal to geriatric patients.
• Perform point-of-care testing (strep, flu, UA, glucose, pregnancy).
• Enter patient information into EMR and maintain records.
• Respond to acute conditions and escalate per protocols.
• Coordinate with nursing teams and answer patient calls.
• Maintain infection control standards and PPE compliance.
• Ensure background investigations and child safety docs are completed.

Job description

Location: Santa Fe Indian Health Center (Primary) with rotation to Santa Clara Health Center, San Felipe Health Clinic, and Cochiti Health Clinic as needed

Schedule: Monday–Friday, varied shifts (8-hour or 10-hour)

Security Clearance Requirement: Full background and fingerprint clearance prior to start

$60,000 - $70,000 a year

Position Overview

The Medical Assistant will provide clinical and administrative support across multiple IHS facilities. The role includes direct patient interaction, diagnostic support, vaccination assistance, lab preparation, and supporting clinic operations. Rotations to satellite clinics will occur based on facility needs between Santa Fe and Santa Clara NM.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct patient screening, intake, and vital collection
• Assist with venipuncture, specimen collection, documentation, labeling, and preparation for laboratory transfer
• Support vaccination clinics, medication administration, and infectious disease response
• Provide clinical support for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Perform point-of-care testing including strep, flu, urinalysis, glucose, and pregnancy tests
• Collect and enter patient health information into electronic medical systems
• Respond to acute and emergent patient conditions and elevate according to protocols
• Answer and route patient calls, document symptoms, and communicate with nursing teams
• Maintain infection control standards, PPE compliance, and facility protocols
• Support isolation and patient identification procedures related to communicable disease
• Wear facility-issued identification badge during all duty hours
• Complete all documentation required for background investigation and child safety compliance

Work Schedule & Tour Requirements

• Monday through Friday
• Shift options: 8:00–5:00, 8:00–4:30, or 8:00–6:00 (30–60 minute unpaid lunch)
• 40-hour minimum per week, 100% scheduled hour attendance required
• Rotational assignments between facilities based on operational needs
• Travel between clinic sites is not billable and does not count toward duty hours
• Planned absences require advance approval; emergencies require documentation

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a state-accredited Medical Assistant program
• Minimum of 12 months Medical Assistant experience
• Current and unrestricted Medical Assistant credential/license
• High school diploma or equivalent required; progress toward associate degree preferred
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; ACLS and PALS preferred

Immunization and Health Requirements

• Proof of immunity or vaccination for MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Pertussis, and seasonal influenza
• TB test within the last 12 months, with follow-up documentation if previously positive
• Masks required during influenza season if exempt from vaccination
• Ability to operate government vehicles if assigned (training provided)

Security & Suitability Requirements

• Federal fingerprinting and background clearance required prior to independent duty
• No unsupervised interaction with minors permitted until clearance is fully completed
• Full compliance with federal child protection standards
• Immediate removal possible if clearance is not obtained or if adverse findings arise