Primary Care Lead Medical Assistant

For over 25 years, Southwest Care Center (SCC) 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/Hep C treatment, testing and other services within our communities.

Southwest Care Center is currently seeking an experienced full-time Lead Medical Assistant. This position is located at our Harkle Clinic in Santa Fe, NM.Reporting to the Clinic Manager, the Lead Medical Assistant will perform routine, evidence-based patient care and administrative duties 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.

This role will serve as a change agent and patient advocate using good judgment, initiative, critical-thinking, and effective communication at all times. Administers injections according to position requirements and as trained. Have current knowledge of and participate in maintenance of drug assistance programs.

Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Other duties as assigned.

Experience:

Minimum one (1) year of medical assistant experience preferably in family medical practice setting. Prefer three (3) years with one (1) year in a lead role.

Education:

Minimum High School Equivalent or GED. Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program highly desired. Full benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, 401k with substantial employer contribution, paid time off, professional development programs, and 340B prescription access.
** If you experience difficulty applying or need assistance please contact HR.*
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