Medical Assistant

Renal Medicine Associates • Albuquerque, NM

8d • $20 - $24

About The Position

Renal Medicine is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant to support its growing practice. The role provides clinical and administrative support to physicians, helps ensure excellent patient care, and contributes to the smooth and efficient operation of the clinic. The Medical Assistant works directly under the supervision of the Clinical Manager and physician and needs a good understanding of medical terminology to read and understand patient charts.

The position follows a Monday–Friday schedule. The clinic is closed nights, weekends, and seven major holidays. Compensation and benefits include PTO, paid sick time, seven paid holidays, and a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k).

Requirements

• BLS certification.
• High school diploma.
• Medical assistant certification.
• Knowledge of an HER system, as stated in the posting.
• Exceptional customer service.
• Good understanding of medical terminology to read and understand patient charts.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate physicians’ needs and help facilitate their work through coordination, organization, and conscientiousness.
• Recognize when something is wrong or may go wrong and help maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following procedures and legal regulations.
• Prepare patient examination rooms and provide direct patient care, including taking medical histories, charting, recording vital signs, and collecting body-fluid samples.
• Protect patient information and confidentiality, including safeguarding electronic medical records and preparing patient records before visits.
• Maintain supplies by inventorying stock, placing orders, and verifying receipts.
• Troubleshoot equipment and arrange repairs when needed.
• Maintain and update job knowledge through educational opportunities, and adhere to professional standards, policies, procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
• Communicate regularly and positively with the Clinical Manager, nephrologists, other team members, hospitals, and dialysis facilities regarding patient-related issues.
• Perform other duties and procedures requested by the Clinical Manager and/or medical providers.

Benefits

• PTO
• Paid sick time
• Seven paid holidays
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)

What This Job Offers

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