Medical Assistant

El Centro Family Health; Espanola (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401 k Retirement

7 Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

100% Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance

Employee Voluntary Supplemental Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Job summary

A community health center in Espanola is looking for a dedicated full-time Medical Assistant. The ideal candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Responsibilities include patient care, assisting healthcare professionals, and potential travel to multiple clinics. Candidates must have a high school diploma and relevant experience, with CPR/BLS certifications to be obtained shortly after hiring. The role offers a supportive environment and opportunities to grow in community health.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of management and customer service experience in a related field.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications to be obtained within 3 months of hire.
• Medical Assistant Certification to be obtained within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Learn and understand medical terminology and procedures.
• Provide patient care and assist healthcare professionals.
• Travel to various clinics as required.

Skills

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel and Word

Excellent communication skills

Internet Explorer

Outlook

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a Federally Qualified Health Center, 501c3, our mission is to provide affordable, accessible, quality health care to the people of Northern New Mexico. We strive to improve the quality of life by bringing primary health care and basic health education to the people of Northern New Mexico through a system of clinics and cooperative programs. El Centro offers vital health services in a caring and supportive environment.

El Centro Family Health is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant dedicated to serving the needs of our community.

An ideal candidate should possess the following qualities:

• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Attention to detail.
• Willing to travel to outlying clinics as needed.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge and fluent skills of Microsoft Office Excel and Word applications, internet explorer usage, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant learns and becomes familiar with medical terminology, the names of instruments, how to interact with patients and provides patient care and other related clinical, laboratory, technical and support to Physicians, Midlevel Practitioner, and Assistant Manager/Lead Medical Assistant or Designee to provide direct patient care following El Centro Family Health Care Policy and Procedures. May be required to travel to perform work assignment at any ECFH Medical Clinic.

Minimum requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: One (1) year of management and customer service experience in a related field required.

Certifications: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Support (BLS) (Must be obtained within 3 months of hire).

Medical Assistant Certification – (must be obtained within 18 months of hire).

Benefits

• 401 k Retirement
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Employee Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)