JOB CATEGORY: PRIMARY CARE / COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER / MEDICAL ASSISTANT / MA POSITION SUMMARY: This position involves assisting the professional and para-professional staff in rendering health care. Some locations may require regular driving. For additional details and core functions related to this position, please refer to Clinical Affairs Policy 900.042, Medical Assistant Functions and 2001.016, Health Center Drug Dispensing & Administration. 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 New Mexico Junior College Workforce Development Clinical Medical Assistant program; OR successful completion of the internal PMS Medical Assistant II training and assessment program. • Thorough knowledge of nursing aide duties preferred. • Must be deemed competent in phlebotomy at time of hire. • Ability to speak Spanish or Navajo desired. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: • 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. $500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS BONUSES • All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements. 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