Medical Assistant -Moriarty, Edgewood, and Cedar Crest

We are primarily seeking MAs for our Moriarty, Edgewood, Cedar Crest. If you are willing to travel to another site, please be sure to list it in the final question on the application.

$1,000 Sign-On Bonus

Duke City Primary Care is looking to add a few exceptional individuals to our team! At Duke City, we pride ourselves on offering fast, friendly, quality care to all the residents of New Mexico in need. If you are a positive, driven person who enjoys a challenging work place and exudes a positive attitude, we're looking for you!

Overview/Job Purpose

Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for supporting the clinic supervisor and entire clinical team in the care of patients of all ages from neonatal through geriatric in the clinic. The MA’s primary purpose is to monitor patient flow to ensure maximum efficiency while providing fast, friendly, quality patient care. The MA must establish and maintain good rapport and effective working relationships with patients, visitors, and DCPC employees. The MA performs skills such as wound care and splint application and assists with additional procedures to support the clinical team. The MA is also responsible for maintaining safe, clean, and well-stocked patient care and clinical areas while assuring adherence to applicable policies and procedures.

Summary of Primary Duties:

As an MA at Duke City Primary Care, your day-to-day duties may include, but are not limited to, the various tasks below:

• Assist the nurse and other support staff in the management and observation of all patients in the clinic
• Clean patient care rooms, equipment and instruments; report equipment problems; order and store supplies; maintain appropriate PAR levels
• Assist nurses and providers with complex treatment procedures; perform routine treatment procedures as allowed based on policies and procedures
• Identify and assess patients presenting with clinical symptoms requiring additional intervention and promptly notify a nurse and/or provider
• Provide oxygen therapy, I.V. setup, catheterization, suctioning; cardiac monitor application, and basic assessments under the supervision of RN or attending provider as requested
• Provide direct clinical services to patients including screening and identification, rehabilitative, and counseling services as directed by RN or attending provider
• Complete wound care process according to medical protocol under the direct supervision of RN or attending provider
• Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols
• Demonstrate proactive approach to patient and staff safety by seeking opportunities to improve safety through questioning of current policies and processes
• Transport patients, collect, label and transport specimens, equipment, and supplies
• Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
• Assist with the provision of administrative support in regards to equipment maintenance, calibration, and statistical data compilation

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Experience Requirements:

• 2 years directly related experience preferred

Required Licensures/Certifications:

• CPR Certification for Healthcare/BLS Providers for Professional Rescuer

Preferred Licensures/Certifications:

• Nationally Registered EMT-I / EMT-B License
• Graduate of a certified Medical Assistant program, national registry preferred
• Professional licensure as appropriate to the clinical objectives of Duke City Primary Care

Testing Requirements:

• Tuberculin Skin Test required annually

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Primary Care

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Do you know or related to a Duke City Employee? If so, please provide name and relationship.
• We are seeking MAs at our Moriarty, Cedar Crest, and Edgewood clinics. Are you able to travel to this location?
• Which location are you interested in? Moriarty, Cedar Crest, Edgewood, or any clinic.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19 - $25