Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine Clinic- Full-Time

Three Crosses Regional Hospital•Las Cruces, NM

About The Position

If you're looking for a place to call home and grow, Three Crosses Regional Hospital is looking for you! We are looking for a Medical Assistant for our Internal Medicine Clinic that is committed to clinical excellence and building a patient-centered culture. Three Crosses Regional Hospital is an advanced independent healthcare organization led by a local team of professionals dedicated to high quality patient care and being the first choice of patients and providers in the communities we serve. We are dedicated to hiring team members that will adapt to our culture, pride themselves in professionalism, integrity, transparency, two-way communication, and ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients and staff. Under general supervision, the Medical Assistant performs a wide variety of medical and clinical support functions in an outpatient clinic setting. Responsibilities include providing initial patient triage, registration, and administrative services, assisting with direct patient care, and performing medical procedures of a routine nature as determined by established protocols, policies, and procedures. The Medical Assistant records and updates medical histories, verifies contact information in patient files, schedules appointments and procedures, obtains medication authorizations, and provides appointment reminders. The position also includes performing standard care procedures such as taking vitals, conducting routine tests, responding to messages, pre-charting, and abstracting documentation as needed. The ideal candidate must be able to maintain efficiency in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, demonstrating a pleasant and professional demeanor with patients and team members. The incumbent will carry-out her/his duties by adhering to the highest standards of ethical and moral conduct, acts in the best interest of Three Crosses Regional Hospital, and fully supports the mission, vision, and values of Three Crosses Regional Hospital. The incumbent will have knowledge of health care systems, and have demonstrated ability to interact, relate to, work with, and support the activities of a diverse workforce.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent; will consider combination of education and experience
6-12 months of experience in a health care environment
BLS from American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

Certified Medical Assistant

Responsibilities

Perform various administrative and clinical duties under the direction of clinic administration and/or the clinician.
Assist patients as necessary with walking, transferring, dressing, collecting specimens, and preparing for exams.
Utilize the electronic health records (EHR) system to collect pertinent patient history consistent with organizational guidelines.
Take vital signs and perform diagnostic procedures such as electrocardiograms (EKG), stress tests, ETTs, and Event/Holter Monitor tests.
Perform screenings consistent with provider guidelines.
Prepare and administer medications, including intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections, as directed by the provider.
Transmit prescription refills as directed.
Communicate appropriately and clearly with patients, co-workers, and management.
Prepare charts for provider review, ensuring all results (labs, imaging, etc.) are available prior to the visit.
Assist in completion of forms and documentation for provider review and signature.
Schedule appointments and procedures; answer calls and messages in a timely manner.
Arrange hospital admissions and laboratory services as needed.
Perform monthly, weekly, and annual inspection and testing of equipment used in the clinic.
Recognize and interpret basic heart rhythms on EKGs and rhythm strips.
Maintain effective communication with patients, explaining procedures clearly within the scope of practice.
Ensure physician orders for procedures are entered accurately and consult appropriate resources to clarify orders when necessary.