Part Time - Medical Assistant | Certified Medical Assistant (Clinic)

UMC Health SystemLas Cruces

30+ days ago

Job type

Part-time

Job description

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Title : Medical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant - Part Time

Department : Resource

Job Description :

The MA / CMA provides appropriate delegated nursing care to patients, under the guidance and supervision of a licensed health care provider. This position is also responsible for performing activities that assist physicians, mid-level providers, nursing personnel and radiology technicians

Preferred Characteristics :

Goal oriented
Professional demeanor and appearance
Servant’s heart
Punctual and dependable
Works with a sense of urgency

Availability Requirements :

Ability to work 16 hours per week

Potential evenings and weekends

Our Mission : To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient.

Our Vision : To be the best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare.

Essential Functions :

Conduct business in a professional manner and work as a team with other

members of the clinic

Deliver direct patient care to patients as assigned, using established

procedures

Document history; recording and reporting pertinent observations and

patient reactions to staff, as appropriate; document lab procedures and

ensure follow up on results

Use screening procedures, including medical history review, and observe

and document patient vital signs as required

Maintain quality results by running standards and controls

Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments

Verify equipment function through routine equipment maintenance and

advanced trouble-shooting; calibrate equipment utilizing approved testing

procedures; monitor quality control measures and protocols

Train other technicians or workers

Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden adverse

developments during treatments

Performing other duties as assigned.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, laboratory and treatment room

procedures

Common knowledge of safety hazards and precautions

Ability to read, understand and respond to detailed oral and written

instructions

Must be able to read and write medical terminology

Possess the ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies

Must be able to take and record vital signs, maintain records, point-of-care

testing, record results, and administer injections.

Minimum Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred qualifications :

CMA certification from the NHA, NAHP, AAMA, or NCCT

One-year experience as a Medical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant in

a clinical setting

Environmental Conditions :

Works in a well-lit, heated and ventilated building. Exposure to blood borne pathogens may be high.

Physical Requirements :

Full range of body motion including lifting and handling patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. This position requires standing and walking for extensive periods. Also, requires correct vision and hearing to normal ranges. Occasionally lifts and carries up to 25 pounds. Works under stressful conditions and working irregular hours.

Limitations and disclaimer :

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.