Lead Medical Assistant

UNM Medical Group • Albuquerque, NM

1d • Onsite

About The Position

UNM Medical Group, Inc. is hiring for a Lead Medical Assistant to join our Truman Health Services team. This opportunity is a full-time day shift opening located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Minimum $46,467 - Midpoint $51,625 Salary is determined based on years of total relevant experience. Salary is based on 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Less than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE. Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of administrative and clinical Medical Assistant functions in a UNMMG Ambulatory Clinic including but not limited to direct service to patients either by phone or in person by conducting patient registration, verifying demographics, scheduling appointments, verifying insurance benefit/eligibility information, obtaining referral and prior authorizations with insurance carriers, performing patient check in/check out, and collecting co-pays. Collects patient data and/or medical history and performs routine Medical Assistant functions. About Truman Health Services: Compassionate & Evidence-Based Treatments : Join an interdisciplinary team that provides patient centered medical care for HIV and gender-affirming primary care. We also provide consult services for Hep-C and PrEP and strive to ensure the highest standards in health care. Holistic & Integrated Approach : Be part of an organization that takes a comprehensive approach, addressing patients' medical, social, and mental health needs with a commitment to their overall well-being. Inclusive & Impactful: With locations in both Albuquerque and Roswell, NM, contribute to a dynamic, LGBTQIA+ affirming environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of New Mexicans. UNM Medical Group, Inc. welcomes people with lived experience to apply.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Medical Assistant certificate from an accredited program
• 3 years directly related experience
• Current Registered or Certified Medical Assistant
• Current BLS certification

Nice To Haves

• Experienced providing Community Health Worker services to medically and socially complex populations
• Experienced providing social support services to people living with HIV/AIDS
• Experienced working with the LGBTQ+ community
• Experienced working in a community based multi-disciplinary setting
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Responsibilities

• Conducting patient registration
• Verifying demographics
• Scheduling appointments
• Verifying insurance benefit/eligibility information
• Obtaining referral and prior authorizations with insurance carriers
• Performing patient check in/check out
• Collecting co-pays
• Collecting patient data and/or medical history
• Performing routine Medical Assistant functions

Benefits

• Competitive Salary & Benefits
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• License and certification reimbursement program for eligible employees
• 403b retirement plan for eligible employees

What This Job Offers

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