Medical Assistant
About The Position
The University of New Mexico Student Health and Counseling (SHAC) is seeking applicants for a Medical Assistant. Under general supervision, the Medical Assistant performs a wide variety of medical and clinical support functions in an outpatient clinical setting, such as: providing initial patient triage, registration, administrative services, assists with direct patient care, and performs specialized medical procedures of a routine nature as determined by established clinical protocols. Student Health and Counseling (SHAC) is a comprehensive health service available to all currently enrolled UNM students. SHAC is located North of Johnson Center and across from the Student Union Building. It is open Monday through Friday and is closed on all UNM holidays. Services include medical appointments (scheduled and same day), pharmacy, women's and men's health, allergy and immunization, medical specialty clinics, physical therapy, lab and x-ray, travel health clinic and counseling services, as well as health education, prevention, and promotion. As an employee of UNM, being a Lobo means access to a robust benefits package, access to resources and perks from discounted event tickets to tuition remission. We foster a Work + Life balance through our employee wellness programs, paid parental leave and more.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Medical Assistant certificate or currently enrolled in a medical, nursing or pharmacy program or at least 1 year of experience in a medical field.
- CPR Certified.
- May be required to submit immunization records for review for required vaccines and TB testing.
- Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
- A pre-employment background investigation may be required.
- Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
Nice To Haves
- Medical Assistant Certification Preferred
- 1-2 Years' Experience as an MA Preferred
Responsibilities
- Providing initial patient triage
- Registration
- Administrative services
- Assists with direct patient care
- Performs specialized medical procedures of a routine nature as determined by established clinical protocols
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs
- paid parental leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
