Certified Medical Assistant-School Base Rover(20-03)

La Clínica de Familia (LCDF) is a Federally Qualified Health Center with several locations in Southern New Mexico. For over 40 years, La Clínica has provided services to the residents of Southern New Mexico. Our mission is to empower and enrich families, individuals, and communities by providing quality medical, dental, behavioral health, and educational services for people of all cultures.

About the role

Responsible for providing direct patient care to medical and/or behavioral health patients by performing the duties identified in the Certified Medical Assistant’s Scope of Practice, including administration of vaccines and medications. The Certified Medical Assistant plays a key role in the physicians’ practice and provides the assistance necessary to ensure all patients receive quality care.

Non-exempt position. Pay range: $18.37 - $24.69 per hour.

Core Competencies

• Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)
• Demonstrate courtesy and respect
• Excellent phone etiquette
• Excellent time management skills
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
• Self-initiating with ability to communicate effectively with a variety of staff members
• Exercise and practice excellent judgment
• Ability to work well under pressure and with minimal supervision
• Computer literate
• Handle patient complaints with tact and diplomacy
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Excellent critical thinking and analytical skills
• Strong math skills
• Ability to work in compliance with Medical Assistants Scope of Practice as required by LCDF

Requirements

• Current CPR and phlebotomy certifications
• Current and unrestricted Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification
• Valid New Mexico or Texas driver’s license and up-to-date automobile insurance

Benefits

• Health Insurance – PPO
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 9 paid holidays
• Education Reimbursement
• Cafeteria Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Reimbursement