Medical Assistant - Pediatrics
US-NM-Albuquerque
Careers (External)
Req #: 48596
Type: Part-Time1
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Overview: Presbyterian is seeking a 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 EMR. Type of Opportunity: Part Time (0.45 FTE/18 hours per week) Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8-hour days How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. * Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities * Shift differentials for nights and weekends * Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles * Malpractice liability insurance * Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department * EPIC electronic charting system 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 Qualifications: * 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 trainings (i.e. BLS)
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