Medical Assistant - Endocrinology

Presbyterian Healthcare Services

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Presbyterian is hiring a skilled Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care to an assigned group of patients in an Outpatient Clinic. Common responsibilities include preparing the patient for the visit, maintaining efficient patient flow, assisting the provider with treatments and procedures, medication administration, support for clerical functions to include scheduling, referrals, authorization and in-basket support with the electronic medical records. Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. It is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, Presbyterian is the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees, including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses. The health plan serves over 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans. Presbyterian is committed to serving New Mexico's well-being and its future.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Six months of MA experience or successful completion of a Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant program from an accredited school required
• Successful completion of Presbyterian MA Advanced Skills Training within 90 days of hire
• BLS (AHA, Red Cross or ASHI Healthcare Provider) required
• Maintains current certifications in required emergency response training (i.e. BLS)

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing medical assistant procedures after completion of competency within organizations MA scope of work, under the supervision of a provider and PHS policy.
• Prepares patient for rooming and exam
• Prepares and administers medications and immunizations
• Suture/Staple removal and dressing changes
• Collects and prepares laboratory specimens
• Provides basic education to patients
• Sets up aseptic and sterile procedures
• Performs other duties as required

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees