Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Float Pool

MountainView Medical Group; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan assistance

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

MountainView Medical Group in Las Cruces, New Mexico, seeks a Certified Medical Assistant for its Specialty Float Pool. This full-time role involves providing patient care under supervision, assisting with medical procedures, managing patient intake, and performing essential administrative tasks. Candidates should have basic medical office experience or an externship, with certifications like CMA soon required. Enjoy a robust benefits package, including a sign-on bonus and various reimbursements for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and infection control practices required.

Responsibilities

• Assists providers with clinical procedures such as taking vital signs, wound care, and administering injections.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms for patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Supports administrative duties like scheduling appointments and managing clinic communications.

Skills

Knowledge of medical office procedures

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite

Strong interpersonal skills

Time management and organizational abilities

Critical thinking skills

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA or NCMA

BCLS - Basic Life Support

Job description

This position is eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus, with a one-year commitment to the role.

As a Certified Medical Assistant at MountainView Specialty Float Pool you’ll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients. Our full-time employees enjoy a robust benefits package which may include health insurance, 401(k), licensure/certification reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and student loan assistance for eligible roles.

Job Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) provides patient care under the supervision of a medical provider. This role supports clinical and administrative functions, including assisting with medical procedures, maintaining exam rooms, managing patient intake, and ensuring efficient clinic operations while delivering excellent patient service.

Essential Functions

• Assists providers with clinical procedures such as taking vital signs, wound care, suture removal, administering injections, phlebotomy, vaccines, performing urine tests, EKGs, and applying splints or other specialty-specific tasks.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms for patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers.
• Reviews and maintains daily logs and documentation.
• Supports administrative duties, including pre-registering patients, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, verifying insurance eligibility, and managing clinic communications.
• Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.
• Monitors and requisitions clinic supplies and equipment to ensure appropriate inventory levels and functionality.
• Educates patients on medications, diets, and other health-related topics, addressing questions to ensure understanding.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques.
• Proficiency in medical record systems and basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Understanding of medical terminology and infection control practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide excellent patient service.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Critical thinking skills for analyzing and resolving clinical and administrative challenges.
• Ability to perform care according to age‑specific competencies.

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)-AAMA required or
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)-NCTT required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer.