Certified Medical Assistant (Temp/on-call)

Presbyterian Medical Services • Socorro, NM

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About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is a member of the patient care team and performs medical assisting duties in a team-based manner. The role supports patients and their families with self-management, self-efficacy, and behavior change. Working with the primary care team, the CMA helps ensure continuity and coordination of care in a primary care medical home. Some locations may require regular driving. Core functions and additional details are referenced in Clinical Affairs Policy 900.042, Medical Assistant Functions, and Policy 2001.016, Health Center Drug Dispensing & Administration.

The position may require use of personal transportation to carry out job duties. Employees must maintain a valid driver's license, provide a current motor vehicle record and personal auto liability insurance, and meet the organization's driving-record and vehicle-use requirements. Transportation-related training may also be required.

PMS is a nonprofit organization founded in 1969, with more than 1,300 employees at over 100 New Mexico locations. Its services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs, with a focus on underserved areas of New Mexico.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program; successful completion of the New Mexico Junior College Workforce Development Clinical Medical Assistant program; successful completion of the internal PMS Medical Assistant II training and assessment program; or one year of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Must be deemed competent in phlebotomy at the time of hire.
• Must hold by the date of hire and maintain a current national certification or registration that enables participation in Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE), as defined by CMS. Accepted credentials include the listed CMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA, MA1, CCBMA, NRCMA, or NPS CCMA certifications.
• Must have or obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certification within 30 days of hire and keep certification current; training must meet the requirements in the referenced PMS resource document.
• Must comply with required testing and immunizations, including TB, Hepatitis B consent or waiver, Tdap, MMR, Varicella, and influenza vaccination requirements.
• Must pass skills competency assessments within 90 days of hire and as required throughout employment.
• If driving is required: must possess and maintain a valid driver's license, provide a current motor vehicle record, maintain personal owner liability automobile insurance, and maintain a satisfactory driving record in accordance with PMS policy and applicable law.
• Must comply with PMS automobile-use and drug-free-workplace policies and applicable state and federal laws.

Nice To Haves

• Thorough knowledge of nursing aide duties.
• Ability to speak Spanish or Navajo.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical assisting duties as a member of the patient care team.
• Support patients and their families in self-management, self-efficacy, and behavior change.
• Work with the primary care team to help ensure continuity and coordination of care in a primary care medical home.
• Use personal transportation to carry out job duties when required.

Benefits

• Nine paid holidays and generous PTO.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Free life and long-term disability coverage.
• Free discretionary pension plan contribution.
• Employee recognition and engagement activities.
• Robust training program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• $100 employee referral bonus, subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED