MA - Endocrinology

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Espanola (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in New Mexico is seeking a Medical Assistant to join their outpatient clinic team. This full-time role involves preparing patients, assisting with medical procedures, and maintaining patient flow. Qualified candidates may receive a sign-on bonus, and the maximum hourly compensation is $23.76. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and BLS certification and preferably some healthcare experience.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Tuition and certification reimbursement

Loan forgiveness opportunities

Wellness programs

Malpractice liability insurance

Qualifications

• BLS required at time of hire.
• Prefer healthcare experience.
• Six months of MA experience or completion of an accredited program for MA II applicants.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for exams; administer medications and immunizations.
• Collect and process lab specimens; provide basic patient education.
• Manage exam room inventory and assist with supply ordering.

Skills

BLS certification

Healthcare experience

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant/Nursing Assistant program

Job description

Overview

Presbyterian is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care to an assigned group of patients in an Outpatient Clinic. Common responsibilities include preparing the patient for the visit, maintaining efficient patient flow, assisting the provider with treatments and procedures, medication administration, support for clerical functions to include scheduling, referrals, authorization and in-basket support with the EMR.

Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates

Type of Opportunity: Full Time (1.0 FTE/40 hours per week) Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8 hour days.

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Strongline Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows an MAto quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Shift differentials for nights and weekends
• Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

This position is eligible for the Northern New Mexico differential of $4.00 per hour. (This differential may be adjusted or discontinued based on business requirements.)

Qualifications

• BLS required at time of hire
• High School Diploma or GED
• Prefer healthcare experience
• For MA II Applicants: Six months of MA experience or successful completion of a Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant program from an accredited school required

Responsibilities

• Perform medical assistant procedures within scope and under provider supervision
• Prepare patients for exams; administer medications and immunizations
• Collect and process lab specimens; provide basic patient education
• Maintain sterile environments and support aseptic techniques
• Contribute to onboarding of new Medical Assistants; conduct regulatory audits as needed
• Participate in clinical visit closure and team-based patient care
• Perform scribe duties after completing approved training
• Manage exam room inventory via Kanban system; assist with supply ordering
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and compliant environment
• Support clerical functions, including phone messages and scheduling
• Monitor provider schedules and manage rescheduling of no-shows
• Handle prior authorizations, specialist referrals, and form tracking (e.g., FMLA, Advance Directives)
• Communicate patient updates to providers clearly and professionally
• Initiate telephone encounters and manage test result notifications
• Support quality improvement initiatives and clinical performance goals
• Uphold infection prevention and regulatory standards
• Apply CARES principles through collaboration, accountability, respect, engagement, and service
• Serve as point-of-care trainer and operate clinical equipment safely and effectively
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and strong interpersonal communication
• Work with interdisciplinary teams to meet clinic and patient care needs

Benefits

We're all about well-being, starting with yours. Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more. Learn more about our employee benefits.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Maximum Offer for this position is up to

USD $23.76/Hr.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.