Patient Care Medical Assistant — Front Desk & Intake

CHRISTUS Health; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Alamogordo, NM seeks a patient-focused healthcare assistant to support examination, treatment, and care. You will answer phones, schedule, obtain insurance approvals, and help prepare medical records with HIPAA compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of medical office experience. A BLS certification is required and the job involves travel to various clinical locations as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1 year of medical office experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in examination, treatment, and patient care as directed.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and process insurance authorizations.
• Prepare medical records and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Obtain and verify patient records and history.
• Maintain clean, stocked exam rooms and proper disposal of waste.
• Transports patients as needed within the hospital.
• Document incidents and ensure reports are signed by physicians.
• Perform administrative duties including filing, faxing, and insurance verification.
• Travel to clinical locations as necessary to meet patient needs.

Skills

Medical office experience

Phone support

HIPAA compliance

Compassionate care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Alamogordo, NM seeks a patient-focused healthcare assistant to support examination, treatment, and care. You will answer phones, schedule, obtain insurance approvals, and help prepare medical records with HIPAA compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of medical office experience. A BLS certification is required and the job involves travel to various clinical locations as needed.