Medical Assistant

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 24,052 - 35,762; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition and certification reimbursement

Loan forgiveness opportunity

Access to wellness programs and gyms

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is looking for a Medical Assistant in Albuquerque, NM. This full-time position involves providing direct patient care in an outpatient clinic, including responsibilities like preparing patients for visits, assisting with treatments, medication administration, and participating in clerical functions. Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience or completion of a MA program, and current BLS certification. The role offers growth opportunities including tuition reimbursement and wellness resources.

Qualifications

• Six months of MA experience or successful completion of a Medical Assistant program is required.
• Successful completion of Presbyterian MA Advanced Skills Training within 90 days of hire.
• Current certifications in emergency response training, such as BLS, must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the patient for rooming and exam.
• Administer medications and immunizations.
• Perform suture/staple removal and dressing changes.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Provide basic education to patients.

Skills

Patient care

Medical procedures

Medication administration

Patient education

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant program

BLS certification

Job description

Location Address: 9521 San Mateo NE Albuquerque, NM 87113-2237

Compensation Pay Range: Minimum Offer $17.46 Maximum Offer $25.96

Summary

Build your Career. Make a Difference. Presbyterian is hiring a skilled 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 electronic medical records.

Growth, Learning, and Thriving

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

Type of Opportunity: Full time | FTE: 1.00 | Job Exempt: No | Work Shift: Days (United States of America)

Responsibilities

Sign on available for qualified candidates

• Responsible for performing medical assistant procedures after completion of competency within organization’s MA scope of work, under the supervision of a provider and PHS policy.
• Prepares patient for rooming and exam
• Prepares and administers medications and immunizations
• Suture/Staple removal and dressing changes
• Collects and prepares laboratory specimens
• Provides basic education to patients
• Sets up aseptic and sterile procedures
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Six months of MA experience or successful completion of a Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant program from an accredited school required
• Successful completion of Presbyterian MA Advanced Skills Training within 90 days of hire
• BLS (AHA, Red Cross or ASHI Healthcare Provider) required
• Maintains current certifications in required emergency response training (i.e. BLS)

Well‑Being and Benefits

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.

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.

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