Job Description $1,000 Sign-on Bonus JOB CATEGORY: PRIMARY CARE / COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER / MEDICAL ASSISTANT / CMA POSITION SUMMARY: This position functions as a member of the patient care team performing medical assisting duties. The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) approaches his/her tasks in a team-based fashion that supports patients and their families in self-management, self-efficacy and behavior change. With the primary care team, ensures continuity and coordination of care in a primary care medical home.
Qualifications REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: - High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program; OR successful completion of the internal PMS Medical Assistant II training and assessment program; OR one year experience as a Medical Assistant.
- Thorough knowledge of nursing aide duties preferred.
- Must be deemed competent in phlebotomy at time of hire.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: - Must have by date of hire and maintain current throughout employment a national certification/registration which enables participation in Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE) as defined by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). These may include one of the following certifications/registrations:
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA);
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologists (AMT) or American Allied Health (AAH);
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA); or
- National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
- Certified Clinical and Administrative Medical Assistant (MA1) from MedCA; or
- California Certifying Board for Medical Assistants (CCBMA) - a nationally-recognized certification; or
- Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) from the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP).
- Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certification within 30 days of hire date. Certification must meet the requirements listed in the document "BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources" posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certification current at all times.
SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: - According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, "Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements," this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee's PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH.
- Must pass skills competency assessments within 90 days of hire and as required throughout employment.
$100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS BONUSES - All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements.
- Current employees may be eligible for pre-approved sign-on bonuses.
ABOUT PMS - Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico.
- Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs.
- We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico.
- We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state.
- PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan.
WHY PMS? - Mission-driven organization
- Competitive salaries
- Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Free Life & LTD coverage
- Free discretionary pension plan contribution
- Employee recognition and engagement activities
- Robust training program
- Tuition Reimbursement
EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability