Compassionate Medical Assistant (CMA): Clinical & Admin

Memorial Physician Practices; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifepoint Health in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform routine clinical and administrative duties in support of the assigned area. Under supervision, you will assist with patient assessments and treatments and document care.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and graduation from an accredited medical assistant program; CCMA, CMA, or RMA certification; and BLS within 60 days of hire. This role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork and compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of accredited medical assisting program or equivalent required.
• Licenses: CCMA, CMA or RMA.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) obtained within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient assessments and treatments under supervision.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition.
• Documents patient care rendered.
• Keeps examination areas and equipment clean and stocked; orders supplies as needed.
• Performs administrative duties: filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, patient registration.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of accredited medical assisting program or equivalent

Job description

Lifepoint Health in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform routine clinical and administrative duties in support of the assigned area. Under supervision, you will assist with patient assessments and treatments and document care.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and graduation from an accredited medical assistant program; CCMA, CMA, or RMA certification; and BLS within 60 days of hire. This role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork and compassionate patient care.