Medical Assistant

About the role

We're seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team of compassionate caregivers at Cibola General Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital. Our facility supports professional growth and development with the latest technologies while providing excellent patient care. Located one hour from Albuquerque and close to Santa Fe, Grants, NM offers a mild year-round climate, outdoor activities, low property taxes, and inexpensive housing costs.

Cibola General Hospital provides services in general surgery, 24-hour Emergency care, Intensive Care, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics, Pathology, Pediatric Dentistry, Podiatry, Primary Care, and Radiology with X-ray, CT, and MRI. We have three operating rooms including a room for scopes, as well as clinics, lab services, pharmacy, cardiopulmonary, rehab, and skilled care beds.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with patient care and treatment, including taking patients back, recording vitals (weight, blood pressure, etc.) per clinic policy, and assisting with exams.
• Perform CLIA waived testing as needed (e.g., dipstick urine, accu check, pregnancy tests).
• Cover for the receptionist when needed.
• Call patients back and record necessary vitals in the medical record.
• Assist with procedures and phone calls for patient follow-ups or scheduling appointments for test results.
• Schedule referrals and prepare/send records as necessary.
• Pull records and place results for provider review.
• Triage phone calls and emergency visits when necessary.
• Maintain proper format of the medical record per office policies.
• Order necessary supplies and assist with filing of records.
• Follow the Code of Conduct and office policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
• CPR Certification.
• Proficient in the use of a computer and other office equipment (fax, calculator, copier, etc.).
• Ability to run CLIA waived tests.
• Ability to administer medications/vaccines by injection.
• Proficient in reading and documentation of medical records.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal abilities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform simple manipulative skills frequently; hand-eye coordination skills.
• Ability to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods.
• Ability to see objects clearly and hear normal sounds with some background noise.
• Ability to perform some lifting.
• Works under frequent stress; must be able to communicate effectively and multi-task several tasks at one time.

Benefits

• Competitive wage.
• Health, dental, vision, critical illness, and life insurance benefits.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• $0 generic prescription drugs.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness programs.
• Gym discounts and Home Workout Program.
• Qualified positions may offer sign-on bonuses or relocation assistance.