Primary Care Medical Assistant

Southwest Care Center employees can answer yes to these 3 questions:

1. Do you want to make a difference?
2. Do you believe everyone is entitled to quality healthcare?
3. Do you desire to serve the underserved in your community?
For over 25 years, Southwest Care Center has been providing exceptional healthcare to the communities of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, NM. We are a non-profit, FQHC-LAL providing medical, behavioral health, case management, community outreach, diabetes education, and pharmacy services. We are proud to offer gender equity medicine, syringe exchange, and HIV/HepC treatment, testing and other services within our communities.

Southwest Care Center is currently seeking a full-time Medical Assistant supporting the Harkle Clinic in Santa Fe.

Employment Highlights:

• Monday - Friday schedule
  
• Competitive rate of pay
  
• Great work/life balance with generous time off plans
  
• Full benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, professional development programs, and 340B prescription access with substantial employer contribution.
  

Candidate Highlights

• Entry-level no minimum experience required. Desire one (1) year or more direct patient care experience preferably in a family medical practice setting.
  
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant i.e., CMAA credential highly preferred
  
• Basic Life Support
  
• Athena EMR experience highly desired
  
• Team collaborator and patient advocate
  

Position Details:

Reporting to the Clinic Manager, the Medical Assistant will perform routine, evidence-based patient care and administrative dues to assist medical providers in executing the plan of care under the supervision of a licensed medical provider. This role will provide support that promotes provider efficiency and productivity through effective facilitation of workflows, anticipation of physician needs, and chart preparation.

The medical assistant is responsible for modeling professionalism, meeting expective performance levels of the position, demonstrating the values of the organization, and most importantly providing patient-focused care.

This role will serve as a change agent and patient advocate using good judgment, initiative, critical-thinking, and effective communication at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Work will be anticipatory and collaborative with relevant activities including, but are not limited to the following:

• Perform phlebotomy/fingerstick as permitted by training.
  
• Administers injections according to position requirements and as trained.
  
• Perform procedures, as ordered, and trained.
  
• Able to accurately make/cancel/reschedule appointments in the appointment system.
  
• Able to follow‐up on appointment to determine patient compliance and contact patients to reschedule (no‐show policy).
  
• Maintain strict infection control (i.e., sterilizing instruments, performing procedures, needle disposal, etc.).
  
• Understand all emergency protocols and respond accordingly.
  
• Have current knowledge of and participate in maintenance of drug assistance programs.
  
• Understand and assist in the referral process of patients to outside services or providers. Follow‐up on patient referrals, as necessary.
  
• Understand mandatory reporting of child/elder abuse policy and procedure.
  
• Understand and utilize the Vaccine program where applicable and document accurately on forms and vaccine administration records.
  
• Counsel patients per treatment plan (i.e., diet, exercise, medication, etc.) as assigned.
  
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
  
• Provide culturally sensitive care.
  
• Performs in‐house waived testing, after they are quality controlled, which may include some or all of the following: pregnancy tests, hemocue/Hemoglobin, glucometer, urine dip, hemoccult‐stool, oraquick, or throat swab. Each test will be done according to directions/procedure and results logged in patients’ medical record
  
• Point of Care Testing and quality controls.
  
• Other duties as assigned
  

Interested in this Position? Need More Information?

Apply today and we will connect you with a member of our recruitment team. We look forward to speaking with you soon.
If you experience difficulty applying or need assistance please contact HR@southwestcare.org.

*Please note, we are unable to respond to resume inquiries.

Living & Working in New Mexico:

The Land of Enchantment offers residents a way of life that you won’t find anywhere else in the United States. Our clinic locations are in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, NM. Each with its own unique vibe and both offering all the perks you get when you call New Mexico Home.

• Rich cultural and historical diversity.
  
• 310 days of sunshine, combined with a mild, dry climate and four distinct seasons! You’ll forget what humidity is when you live here.
  
• Unlimited year-round outdoor opportunities including hiking, rock-climbing, rafting, motorized sports, and even skiing. Yes, we have really big ski mountains in and around the deserts of New Mexico!
  
• Diverse and inclusive communities with amazingly kind people from all walks of life.
  
• Gorgeous landscapes that include desert and majestic mountains. New Mexico has to be to be seen to believe.
  
• Continuous festivals, concerts, and events including the internationally known Balloon Fiesta of Albuquerque.
  
• International airport providing low-cost, quick access in-country and out.
  
• Big city amenities found in Albuquerque with easy access from Santa Fe (50 min). Many of our employees commute between these cities. Both cities are connected by the NM rail system for those looking for a relaxing commute with a breath-taking view.
  
• Great schools and family friendly communities.
  
• And let’s not forget about New Mexican cuisine—it is some of the best food in the country. Will you have red or green?
  

Southwest Care Center is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Southwest Care Center requires proof of full COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment.

Job Details:

Location:

NM Santa Fe - Harkle

Worker Type:

Employee

Regular

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40