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Lovelace Medical Center

Medical Assistant / MA General Surgery

Lovelace Medical Center, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87102


Overview

SIGN ON BONUS for Qualified Candidates

Join our team as a

day shift

,

full-time

,

General Surgery Medical Assistant (MA) in Albuquerque, NM.

Fulf

illing your purpose begins here:People First,

Always

.

Here’s

how we take care of our people:Medical, vision, dental health insurance, health savings account / flexible spending, competitive pay, paid time off, 401k retirement plan with company match, employee

assistance

program and more

.Your team is bigger than your department:Lovelace Medical Group is a multispecialty provider group which includes clinics, doctors and advanced practice providers in a broad range of specialties and primary care.We believe healthcare is a team sport and every player has something to

contribute

. We show compassion, celebrate

differences

and treat one another with respect.

Responsibilities

Perform clinical and administrative duties that assist in the delivery of effective patient care within assigned areaGreet patients, escort them to exam room and perform vitals and other related MA dutiesDemonstrate knowledge of medical practice and patient care as it relates to the clinical setting and medical specialtyAdhere to policies and procedures and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety

Qualifications

Job Requirements:High School Diploma or GED EquivalentOne year of recent experience working in a medical facility preforming Medical Assistant duties or equivalent; OR, recent graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.Must maintain BLS certification; and, if required, maintain training in venipunctureTechnical training in the following medical equipment: AED, autoclave, BP cuffs (adult, infant, and pediatric), colposcopy, cryo unit, disposable equipment (gloves, goggles, gowns, etc), EKG machine, glycosometer, nebulizer, nitrogen cylinder, O2 cylinder, pulmonary function machine, pulse oximeter, scale (adult and infant), spirometer, stethoscope, thermometer, wheelchair, and woods lamp.Preferred Job Requirements:Completion of a medical assistant program from an accredited institutionRegistered or nationally certified Medical AssistantMay be crossed trained in other clinical specialties: Ob/Gyn, Neurology, Pediatrics, Podiatry, Family Practice, and Internal Medicine.

Medical Assistant / MA General Surgery at Lovelace Medical Center summary:A Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for performing both clinical and administrative duties to support effective patient care in a General Surgery setting. They greet patients, perform vital signs, and assist in various medical procedures while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate has relevant experience or education, along with certifications to ensure patient safety and care quality.

Keywords:Medical Assistant, General Surgery, Patient Care, Clinical Duties, Healthcare, Medical Facility, BLS Certification, Healthcare Team, Patient Compliance, Medical Equipment