What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Prairie Band Health Services?
Description
Ready to grow your career in healthcare while making a meaningful impact? We’re seeking a friendly and dependable Medical Support Assistant to join our team at the Albuquerque Indian Health Center in Albuquerque, NM! This long-term, temporary contract position offers paid time off and medical coverage, and is ideal for someone with a High School diploma or GED and experience in a medical office setting. You’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care across a diverse patient population—including geriatrics, family medicine, and pediatrics—within a dynamic Family Clinic or Medical Office environment. We’re looking for a professional with excellent communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical setting. If you're ready to contribute to a mission-driven healthcare team, we’d love to hear from you! Join us and contribute to making a significant difference at our Albuquerque Indian Health Center, an IHS facility.
- 8-hour shifts
- Monday thru Friday
- No weekends, Paid Holidays
- Benefits offered
- BLS required
- Medical Assistant Certification and Phlebotomy experience helpful
- Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program or Equivalent work experience preferred
- 2-3 years of experience in a Medical Office, Urgent Care, or Outpatient Clinic needed
- Previous contract/temp experience preferred
- local candidates welcome
- IHS facility
- Must be a US citizen
- Full-time, Long-Term Contract
Responsibilities
- Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Prepare and maintain examination rooms, ensuring cleanliness and proper equipment availability.
- Obtain patient medical histories and vital signs accurately.
- Administer basic life support as needed and assist with X-ray procedures.
- Document patient information in electronic health records (EHR) with attention to medical terminology.
- Support inpatient care by coordinating with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals.
- Educate patients on treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
Skills
- Proficient knowledge of medical terminology relevant to various specialties including geriatrics and dermatology.
- Strong understanding of patient care principles in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
- Ability to perform basic life support techniques effectively.
- Experience or familiarity with hospital medicine practices is preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication with patients and healthcare team members.
- Capability to operate medical equipment such as X-ray machines safely.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Additional Duties:
Additional duties and responsibilities may be added to this job description at any time. The job description does not state or imply that these are the only activities to be performed by the employee holding this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related responsibilities as requested by the supervisor.
Tribal Preference Exercised:
Prairie Band, LLC is subject to Title 22: Employment Code of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. In accordance with Title 22, this position is designated as a TIER 2 position. Preference will be given to individuals to the extent required pursuant to Section 22-2- 4(8).
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Requirements
- Medical Assistant Diploma / Certification preferred
- National or State Medical Assistant certification preferred, but not needed
- Family Medicine experience needed
- Experience as a Medical Assistant
- Experience in a medical office is required
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required
- Immunization Records will be required if hired
- Must be willing and able to pass Federal Security Clearance
We would love to talk to you today about joining our team as a Medical Support Assistant, where you can make a meaningful impact on patient health and well-being while advancing your career in the healthcare field.
