MEDICAL ASSISTANT- MFP FT 2180

Artesia General Hospital; Artesia (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Artesia General Hospital in Artesia, NM seeks a capable Nursing Assistant/Medical Assistant to support physicians and nurses with basic patient care. You will obtain vitals, perform bedside testing, and assist with oral, perineal/foley care, and simple therapies.

Maintain clean exam rooms, store equipment, manage supplies, and perform light clerical duties to keep the office running smoothly. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and formal nursing assistant or medical assistant training;

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Obtain and document patient vitals.
• Perform bedside testing.
• Assist with 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 restock as required.
• Perform basic clerical duties as needed.

Skills

Basic patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nursing assistant / medical assistant training

Job description

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.