What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at X-Ray Associates of New Mexico?
Join an Exceptional Organization with more than 70 years in the New Mexico Medical Community. Our employees are the internal strength of our company and provide the knowledge, skills, experience and dedication that make X-Ray Associates an employer of choice in the healthcare community.
X-Ray Associates of New Mexico is looking for a full time Medical Assistant for our Breast Surgery Associates of New Mexico office. This is a fast paced, deadline-driven Clinical Office. You will help make a positive difference in the patient experience and quality of care as a part time experienced Medical Assistant when you join this office. Expect multiple distractions on a tight schedule. If you love Women's Healthcare, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
This position performs a wide variety of medical and clinical support functions in a Breast Surgeon’s outpatient clinical setting, such as assist Provider during exams and treatment (adhering to strict aseptic technique), welcome patients and obtain medical histories from patients, verify patient information, perform specialized medical procedures of a routine nature such as taking vital signs, taking breast measurements, sozo, and verifying medications.
Job-Related Responsibilities:
- Ensure all related reports, labs, and information are in patients’ medical records for upcoming appointments
- Take telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/physician/pharmacy as necessary
- Provide physician instructions to patients
- Process genetic testing, including samples to send for testing to lab
- Keep exam rooms stocked and troubleshoot equipment
- On occasion help with the front office, prior authorizations, and other miscellaneous duties around the office.
Skills/Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Graduate of CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) Program preferred or must take and pass CMA Certification Exam within one year
- Must be certified in CPR and have completed basic arrhythmia course
- Must have minimum of 2 years’ experience in physician’s office
- Candidates must be female as a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification
- Minimum of 2 years as a Certified Medical Assistant preferred
- Bilingual is a plus
Job Type: Monday - Friday, day shift
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Surgery
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
