MEDICAL ASSISTANT- MFP FT 2179

Artesia General Hospital; Artesia (NM); Sur place; USD 30 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Artesia General Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant/Medical Assistant to support clinical teams with vitals, bedside care, and routine procedures. The role requires completing basic patient care tasks, maintaining a clean clinical environment, and assisting with supply management.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and specialized training in patient care; certification in nurse assisting or medical assisting is preferred, with clinic experience valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; plus specialized, short-term training in basic patient care.
• Clinic setting experience preferred.
• Formal nursing assistant and/or medical assistant training required.
• Certification in Nurse Assisting or Certification in Medical Assisting preferred.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Patient care

Vital signs

Clerical tasks

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Short-term training in basic patient care

Description du poste

JOB SUMMARY:Under the direction of a RN/LPN or practitioner performs basic patient care activities.ESSENTIAL VALUES-BASED, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES:Demonstrates competencies in line with the five core values that are the foundation of all activities performed by employees in order to achieve the Mission of Artesia General HospitalServant Leadership: Demonstrates competence in serving others and prioritizing their needs.Excellence: Demonstrates competence in striving for the highest quality in all aspects of work.Respect: Demonstrates competence in respecting others and valuing their contributions.Virtuousness: Demonstrates competence in maintaining high ethical standards and integrity.Innovation: Demonstrates competence in embracing new ideas and technologies to improve healthcare.Community: Demonstrates competence in fostering a sense of community and collaboration.Education: Demonstrates competence in promoting continuous learning and development.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.ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS: Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.