Medical Assistant I

Holy Cross Medical Center; Taos (NM); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Holy Cross Medical Center in Taos, New Mexico, seeks a Medical Assistant I who will support physicians and the care team with a broad range of patient care, technical, and clerical duties under supervision. The role focuses on keeping clinic flow efficient and ensuring patients receive timely attention.

Responsibilities include assisting during examinations, managing patient check-in/out, maintaining accurate records in electronic health systems, and fostering a professional, compassionate

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required and maintained.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and EHR systems.
• Strong relationships with patients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and nursing staff in patient examinations.
• Manage clinic-patient flow and support the care team.
• Perform clerical tasks to ensure the clinic runs smoothly.
• Maintain and use electronic health record systems.

Skills

BLS

Patient care

Team collaboration

Communication

Professional demeanor

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

The Medical Assistant I position is responsible for a variety of patient care, technical, and clerical-related functions under the direction of a physician. The Medical Assistant I is responsible for the clinic-patient flow by assisting members of the patient care team and providing a broad range of healthcare services that assist medical and/or nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients and ensure the clinic/office runs smoothly.

Experience:

Education:

• High school diploma or GED High School Equivalency Test required.

Mandatory Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Qualifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required and maintained throughout employment.
• Possess a strong professional, personable, and motivational personality that builds strong relationships with patients.
• Applications include Microsoft Word and Outlook and familiarity with electronic health record systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with practice leadership, physicians, advanced practitioners, colleagues, and other Holy Cross Medical Center (HCMC) and Taos Professional Services (TPS) team members.