PRN Medical Assistant

El Centro Family Health; Taos (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Retirement

7 Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

100% Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Job summary

A community health organization in Taos, NM is seeking a dedicated PRN Medical Assistant to join their team. The role involves providing patient care, assisting with clinical tasks, and working with diverse community members. Ideal candidates have strong communication skills, attention to detail, and must hold a high school diploma. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401k retirement plan. Certifications in CPR and Medical Assistant are required within specified timeframes.

Qualifications

• One year of management and customer service experience required.
• Must obtain CPR/BLS certification within 3 months of hire.
• Must obtain Medical Assistant Certification within 18 months.
• Medical Assistant Certification must be obtained within 18 months of hire.
• Registered Medical Assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn medical terminology and assist with patient interactions.
• Provide clinical and laboratory support to healthcare providers.
• Travel to perform work assignments at various clinics.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Fluent in Excel, Word, and Outlook

MS Excel

MS Word

Outlook

Internet Explorer

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Internet Explorer

Outlook

Job description

As a Federally Qualified Health Center, 501c3, our mission is to provide affordable, accessible, quality health care to the people of Northern New Mexico. We strive to improve the quality of life by bringing primary health care and basic health education to the people of Northern New Mexico through a system of clinics and cooperative programs. El Centro offers vital health services in a caring and supportive environment.

El Centro Family Health is seeking a PRN (as needed no guarantee of hours) Medical Assistant dedicated to serving the needs of our community.

An ideal candidate should possess the following qualities:

• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Attention to detail.
• Willing to travel to outlying clinics as needed.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge and fluent skills of Microsoft Office Excel and Word applications, internet explorer usage, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant learns and becomes familiar with medical terminology, the names of instruments, how to interact with patients and provides patient care and other related clinical, laboratory, technical and support to Physicians, Midlevel Practitioner, and Assistant Manager/Lead Medical Assistant or Designee to provide direct patient care following El Centro Family Health Care Policy and Procedures. May be required to travel to perform work assignment at any ECFH Medical Clinic.

Minimum requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: One (1) year of management and customer service experience in a related field required.

Certifications: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Support (BLS) (Must be obtained within 3 months of hire).

Medical Assistant Certification: (must be obtained within 18 months of hire).

Preferred Requirements

Registered Medical Assistant

Benefits

• 401 k Retirement
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 100% Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Employee Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)