Medical Assistant

Presbyterian System Services • Albuquerque, NM

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support for the Mobile Health Unit, helping deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in the communities served. The role works alongside providers and the clinical care team to support efficient patient visits, assist with clinical procedures, maintain accurate documentation, and create a welcoming patient experience in a mobile healthcare setting. Medical assistant procedures are performed after competency completion, within the organization’s MA scope of work, under provider supervision and in accordance with Presbyterian Healthcare Services policy.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification from AHA, Red Cross, or ASHI Healthcare Provider required.
• Maintain current certifications in required emergency response training, such as BLS.
• Complete all organizational, Department of Nursing, and department-specific competency training and requirements within the specified timeframe.

Nice To Haves

• Prior healthcare experience preferred.
• Successful completion of Presbyterian MA Advanced Skills Training within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform medical assistant procedures after competency completion, within the organization’s MA scope of work and under provider supervision and PHS policy.
• Assist with procedures as determined by the provider.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Provide basic foot care.
• May perform regulatory audits as designated by the Clinic Manager.
• Assist with visit closure.
• Participate with the care team to meet patient care and clinic needs, working cooperatively to complete required work in a timely and efficient manner.
• May perform scribe duties after completing PMG scribe training.

Benefits

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.
• Staff Safety wearable badge that enables nurses to discreetly call for help when safety is a concern.
• Differentials for night and weekend shifts, higher education, certifications, and various lead roles for eligible positions.
• Malpractice liability insurance.
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department.
• EPIC electronic charting system.
• Wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, and wellness challenges.

What This Job Offers

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