CMA- Ortho-1522

Artesia General Hospital; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Artesia General Hospital in Carlsbad, NM is hiring for a Clinical Support role (Nurse Assistant/Medical Assistant) with day shifts. You will obtain patient vitals, perform bedside testing, and assist with basic nursing tasks while maintaining exam rooms and equipment.

Requirements include a High school diploma or GED with short-term basic patient care training; clinic experience is preferred and Nurse Assisting or Medical Assisting certification is desirable.

Qualifications

• Education – High school diploma or equivalent; plus specialized, short-term training in basic patient care.
• Work Experience – clinic setting preferred.
• Training – Formal nursing assistant and/or medical assistant training required.
• License/Certification – Certification in Nurse Assisting or Certification in Medical Assisting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient vitals.
• Perform bedside testing.
• Perform basic nursing procedures such as oral care, perineal/foley care, non-sterile soaks, or thermal applications.
• Ensure cleanliness of office and examination rooms.
• Clean and store equipment.
• Maintain supply inventory and re-stock as required.
• Perform basic clerical duties as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nurse Assistant training

Medical Assistant training

Nurse/Medical Assistant certification preferred

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Carlsbad - Carlsbad, NM, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School Diploma / GED, Salary Range: $15.00 - $24.00Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Clinical Support, Essential Values-Based, Leadership and Management Competencies:

Mission:

Our mission at Artesia General Hospital is to provide high-quality healthcare to our community and the surrounding areas.

Vision:

To transform healthcare in our communities through innovation, engagement, and quality, while building a healthier tomorrow for generations to come.

Values:

Our values are covered in SERVICE

• Servant Leadership
• Excellence
• Respect
• Virtuousness
• Innovation
• Community
• Education

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Obtain and document patient vitals.
• Perform bedside testing.
• Perform basic nursing procedures such as oral care, perineal/foley care, non-sterile soaks, or thermal applications.
• Ensure cleanliness of office and examination rooms.
• Clean and store equipment.
• Maintain supply inventory and re-stock as required.
• Perform basic clerical duties as needed.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

As assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES:

Knowledge of basic nursing and patient care.

AGE-RELATED COMPETENCIES:

Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.

Information Management:

Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.

Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety:

Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.

ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.

: MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education – High school diploma or equivalent; plus specialized, short-term training in basic patient care.
• Work Experience – clinic setting preferred.
• Training – Formal nursing assistant and/or medical assistant training required.
• License/Certification – Certification in Nurse Assisting or Certification in Medical Assisting preferred.