Medical Assistant - Family Practice

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque, Paradise Hills (NM, NM); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their outpatient clinic team. In this role, you will provide essential patient care, assist with medical procedures, and ensure efficient patient flow. The position offers a full-time schedule with opportunities for professional growth, including educational reimbursements and a supportive work environment. You'll be part of a well-respected healthcare system committed to improving community health and well-being. If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Certification Reimbursement

Malpractice Liability Insurance

Loan Forgiveness

Wellness Program

Access to On-site Gyms

Nutrition Coaching

Mindfulness Resources

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; MA experience or completion of accredited program needed.
• BLS certification and current emergency response training are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical assistant procedures under supervision and ensure patient readiness.
• Administer medications, prepare lab specimens, and provide patient education.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Basic Education to Patients

Aseptic and Sterile Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant Program

BLS Certification

Tools

EPIC Electronic Charting System

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, and support for clerical functions to include scheduling, referrals, authorization, and in-basket support with the EMR.

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

Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates.

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 nurses to 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

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 trainings (i.e. BLS)
• Prefer healthcare experience

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing medical assistant procedures after completion of competency within organizations 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
• Performs other duties as required

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.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care), and Commercial health plans.

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 $25.20/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.