Certified Medical Assistant -Multi-Site (4/10 Schedule)

Presbyterian Medical Services • Santa Fe, NM

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About The Position

This position functions as a member of the patient care team, performing medical assisting duties. The Certified Medical Assistant approaches tasks in a team-based fashion that supports patients and their families in self-management, self-efficacy, and behavior change. In collaboration 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. The role serves Santa Fe and Cerrillos and follows a Tuesday-through-Friday, 4/10-hour-day schedule from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

For additional details and core functions, the posting refers to Clinical Affairs Policy 900.042, Medical Assistant Functions, and Policy 2001.016, Health Center Drug Dispensing & Administration.

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.
• Competency in phlebotomy at the time of hire.
• By the date of hire, hold and maintain a current national certification or registration that enables participation in Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE) as defined by CMS. Accepted credentials include CMA (AAMA); RMA (AMT or AAH); CCMA (NHA); NCMA (NCCT); MA1 (MedCA); CCBMA; NRCMA (NAHP); or CCMA (NPS).
• Have, or be able to obtain within 30 days of hire, First Aid and BLS/CPR certification meeting the requirements in the referenced PMS training resources; maintain certification as current throughout employment.
• Comply with required testing and immunizations, including TB, Hepatitis B consent or waiver, Tdap, MMR, and Varicella; influenza vaccination is required according to CDC and NMDOH dates.
• Pass skills competency assessments within 90 days of hire and as required throughout employment.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license if driving is required.
• Provide a current motor vehicle record and current personal owner liability automobile insurance, and maintain the required insurance coverage throughout employment.
• Submit to motor vehicle record checks as needed and maintain a satisfactory driving record within PMS policy and applicable law.
• Comply with PMS automobile usage and drug-free workplace policies and applicable state and federal laws.
• Complete transportation-related training if required.

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 through a team-based approach.
• Work with the primary care team to ensure continuity and coordination of care in a primary care medical home.
• Drive as required by some locations and use personal transportation to carry out job duties if 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

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED