Medical Assistant

Presbyterian Healthcare Services

. Perform medical assistant procedures after competency completion, within the organization’s MA scope of work and under provider supervision .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRio Rancho • New Mexico • United StatesJunior💰 $18 - $30 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in medical assistant procedures, including patient preparation, medication administration, and basic patient education. Maintains compliance with regulatory standards and participates in team-oriented patient care.

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Medical Assistant ExperienceBLS CertificationPatient EducationAseptic ProceduresRegulatory Audits

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Hard Skills

Medication AdministrationLaboratory Specimen CollectionSuture RemovalDressing ChangesBasic Foot CareOffice-Based ProceduresPatient RoomingScribe DutiesEmergency Response TrainingCompetency Training

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationCommunication SkillsPatient Care Support

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS CertificationMedical Assistant Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareMedical Assistant ScopeRegulatory ComplianceAseptic TechniqueHealthcare Provider

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform medical assistant procedures after competency completion, within the organization’s MA scope of work and under provider supervision
Prepare patients for rooming and exams
Prepare and administer medications and immunizations
Remove sutures/staples and perform dressing changes
Collect and prepare laboratory specimens
Provide basic patient education
Set up aseptic and sterile procedures
Perform office-based procedures and basic foot care
Assist with additional provider-determined procedures
Participate in orientation of new-hire medical assistants
Perform regulatory audits as needed
Assist with visit closure
Participate with the care team to meet patient-care and clinic needs
Perform scribe duties after completing PMG scribe training

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent required
Six months of MA experience or successful completion of a Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant program from an accredited school required
Successful completion of Presbyterian MA Advanced Skills Training within 90 days of hire
BLS (AHA, Red Cross or ASHI Healthcare Provider) required
Maintains current certifications in required emergency response trainings (i.e. BLS)
Completes all Organizational, Department of Nursing and Department-Specific competency training/requirements within specified timeframe

Benefits

Comp & perks

Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
Staff Safety wearable badge
Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
Malpractice liability insurance
Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
EPIC electronic charting system
Free on-site and community-based gyms
Nutrition coaching and classes
Mindfulness and meditation resources
Wellness challenges