Certified Medical Assistant

Presbyterian Medical Services

Grants, NMFull time

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Location: Grants, NM
Job type: Full time
Posted: Oct 1; 18 days ago

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Presbyterian Medical Services

Medical practice · 1,001 to 5,000 employees

Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico. Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs. We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico. We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state. PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.

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What you'll do

Perform medical assisting duties as a member of the patient care team, supporting patients and families in self-management, self-efficacy, and behavior change.
Ensure continuity and coordination of care with the primary care team.

What you need

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program; OR successful completion of the New Mexico Junior College Workforce Development Clinical Medical Assistant program; OR successful completion of the internal PMS Medical Assistant II training and assessment program; OR one year experience as a Medical Assistant.
Thorough knowledge of nursing aide duties preferred.
Must be deemed competent in phlebotomy at time of hire.
Ability to speak Spanish or Navajo desired.
Must have by date of hire and maintain current throughout employment a national certification/registration which enables participation in Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE) as defined by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). These may include one of the following certifications/registrations:
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA);
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) or American Allied Health (AAH);
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA); or
National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
Certified Clinical and Administrative Medical Assistant (MA1) from MedCA; or
California Certifying Board for Medical Assistants (CCBMA) – a nationally-recognized certification; or
Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) from the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP).;
; OR Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Performance Specialists (NPS).
Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certification within 30 days of hire date. Certification must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certification current at all times.
According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, “Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements,” this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee’s PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH.
Must pass skills competency assessments within 90 days of hire and as required throughout employment.
All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.
Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico.
Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs.
We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico.
We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state.
PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.
Mission-driven organization
Competitive salaries
Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
Medical, dental & vision insurance
Free Life & LTD coverage
Free discretionary pension plan contribution
Employee recognition and engagement activities
Robust training program
Tuition Reimbursement
Education: a high school diploma or a professional certificate

Key skills

phlebotomyFirst AidBLS/CPRSpanishNavajoCPOECertified Medical AssistantRegistered Medical AssistantCertified Clinical Medical AssistantNational Certified Medical Assistant

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Perks

Nine paid holidays
generous PTO
Medical, dental & vision insurance
Free Life & LTD coverage
Free discretionary pension plan contribution
Employee recognition and engagement activities
Robust training program
Tuition Reimbursement

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JOB CATEGORY: PRIMARY CARE / COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER / MEDICAL ASSISTANT / CMA POSITION SUMMARY: This position functions as a member of the patient care team performing medical assisting duties. The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) approaches his/her tasks in a team-based fashion that supports patients and their families in self-management, self-efficacy and behavior change. With the primary care team, ensures continuity and coordination of care in a primary care medical home. Some locations may require regular driving. For additional details and core functions related to this position, please refer to Clinical Affairs Policy 900.042, Medical Assistant Functions and 2001.016, Health Center Drug Dispensing & Administration. REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program; OR successful completion of the New Mexico Junior College Workforce Development Clinical Medical Assistant program; OR successful completion of the internal PMS Medical Assistant II training and assessment program; OR one year experience as a Medical Assistant. Thorough knowledge of nursing aide duties preferred. Must be deemed competent in phlebotomy at time of hire. Ability to speak Spanish or Navajo desired. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must have by date of hire and maintain current throughout employment a national certification/registration which enables participation in Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE) as defined by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). These may include one of the following certifications/registrations: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA); Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) or American Allied Health (AAH); Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA); or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Certified Clinical and Administrative Medical Assistant (MA1) from MedCA; or California Certifying Board for Medical Assistants (CCBMA) – a nationally-recognized certification; or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) from the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP). ; ; OR Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Performance Specialists (NPS). Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certification within 30 days of hire date. Certification must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certification current at all times. SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, “Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements,” this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee’s PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH. Must pass skills competency assessments within 90 days of hire and as required throughout employment. $100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS BONUSES All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements. ABOUT PMS Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico. Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs. We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico. We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state. PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan. WHY PMS? Mission-driven organization Competitive salaries Nine paid holidays and generous PTO Medical, dental & vision insurance Free Life & LTD coverage Free discretionary pension plan contribution Employee recognition and engagement activities Robust training program Tuition Reimbursement EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability