Medical Assistant-1567

Artesia General Hospital; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 20,664 - 33,062; Part time

Job summary

Artesia General Hospital is seeking a part-time patient care position in Artesia, NM. The role involves providing basic patient care activities under the direction of a RN/LPN or practitioner, including obtaining vitals, performing bedside testing, and maintaining cleanliness of examination rooms.

A high school diploma is required, with training in nursing preferred. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge and skills for working with age-specific patient needs while ensuring confidentiality and security of patient information.

Qualifications

• Certification in Nurse Assisting or Certification in Medical Assisting preferred.
• Experience in a clinic setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient vitals.
• Perform bedside testing.
• Perform basic nursing procedures such as oral care and perineal care.

Skills

Knowledge of basic nursing and patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Training in basic patient care

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Artesia, NM 88210
Position Type: Part Time
Education Level: High School Diploma / GED
Salary Range: $15.00 - $24.00 Hourly
Job Shift: Day

Job Summary

Under the direction of a RN/LPN or practitioner performs basic patient care activities.

Essential Values

Based on the five core values that are the foundation of all activities performed by employees in order to achieve the Mission of Artesia General Hospital:

• 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
• CommunityEducation

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.

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.

Environmental Conditions

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