Patient Care Assistant I — Front Office & Clinical Support

CHRISTUS Health; Santa Fe (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health is looking for a dedicated individual to provide front office and clinical support, including patient registration and communication. Responsibilities include assisting with patient care activities, documenting in the electronic medical record (EMR), and performing vital signs under supervision.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, or relevant work experience, and is expected to obtain certification as a Medical Assistant within one year of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, or two years of relevant work experience.
• Enrollment in or recent completion of a healthcare-related program.
• Prior customer service or healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and manage registration and scheduling.
• Document patient interactions and care activities in EMR.
• Assist with patient care activities under supervision.

Skills

Customer service skills

Basic knowledge of clinical workflows

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Healthcare-related program enrollment or completion

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

CHRISTUS Health is looking for a dedicated individual to provide front office and clinical support, including patient registration and communication. Responsibilities include assisting with patient care activities, documenting in the electronic medical record (EMR), and performing vital signs under supervision.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, or relevant work experience, and is expected to obtain certification as a Medical Assistant within one year of hire.