Outpatient Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Coordination

GILA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER; Silver City (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

GILA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER in Silver City, NM seeks a Medical Assistant to support outpatient clinics, assist physicians, and ensure timely, high‑quality patient care.

You will collect patient histories and vital signs, document in EMR, prepare rooms, assist with procedures, educate families, and help coordinate tests and labs.

This role requires effective communication, teamwork, and a commitment to patient safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certified Medical Assistant in NM preferred.
• BLS certification required or preferred.
• Experience in a medical office is preferred.
• Computer proficiency and EMR experience preferred.
• Ability to work with stressed patients in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Verifies patient information by interviewing patient, reviewing medical history, taking vital signs, and confirming purpose of visit or treatment.
• Assists physician in procedures and ensures tests and reports are available for review.
• Coordinates patient activities, prepares specimens, and assists with testing and procedures.
• Communicates patients' needs with the physician using appropriate channels.
• Educates patients and families about preventative care, treatment options, and resources.
• Participates in community outreach and health promotion activities.
• Maintains safe, confidential, and compliant clinical environments and records.
• Ensures clinic areas are stocked and orders supplies as needed.
• Maintains proficiency in skills required by multiple outpatient clinics under supervision.

Skills

Patient interviewing

Vital signs

Medical record documentation

Communication with providers

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant NM preferred

BLS certification

Tools

EMR experience

Job description

GILA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER in Silver City, NM seeks a Medical Assistant to support outpatient clinics, assist physicians, and ensure timely, high‑quality patient care.

You will collect patient histories and vital signs, document in EMR, prepare rooms, assist with procedures, educate families, and help coordinate tests and labs.

This role requires effective communication, teamwork, and a commitment to patient safety.