Location Address:
1100 Central Ave SE
Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930

Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $19.25
Maximum Offer $31.74

Summary:
Join our dedicated cardiology team and play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care. We are seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented healthcare professional to provide primary clinical support to providers while ensuring a positive and efficient patient experience.
In this role, you will prepare patients for examinations and procedures, assist providers during treatments, and help maintain a smooth patient flow throughout the clinic. You will also be responsible for performing and operating a variety of cardiology diagnostic monitoring equipment, including EKGs, Holter monitors, event recorders, and pacemaker checks.
The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment, demonstrates strong patient care skills, and is committed to maintaining a safe, organized, and patient-centered practice.
The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM (no weekends or holidays).
How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• 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


Type of Opportunity: Full time
FTE: 1.00
Job Exempt: No
Work Shift: Days (United States of America)

Responsibilities:
- Prepare patients for provider visits by collecting and documenting accurate clinical information, obtaining vital signs, updating medical histories, and assisting with patient flow throughout the clinic.
- Provide primary clinical support to providers during examinations, treatments, and procedures, ensuring patients receive timely, high-quality care.
- Safely operate clinical and cardiology-related equipment and perform assigned patient care procedures in accordance with established standards, policies, and best practices.
- Respond to patient inquiries regarding test results, medication refill requests, referrals, and other care-related needs under the direction of the provider.
- Coordinate patient scheduling, appointment reminders, and rescheduling efforts to optimize provider schedules and improve patient access.
- Manage referrals and prior authorizations for diagnostic testing, specialty services, medications, and durable medical equipment, ensuring timely processing and follow-up.
- Maintain and track patient documentation, including Advance Directives, FMLA paperwork, and other required forms.
- Support clinic operations by maintaining exam and procedure rooms using Kanban inventory processes, ensuring areas remain clean, organized, safe, and fully stocked.
- Adhere to infection prevention, safety, regulatory, and quality standards while maintaining a professional patient care environment.
- Communicate effectively with providers and care team members regarding patient status, concerns, test results, and clinical needs.
- Deliver exceptional customer service by utilizing effective communication, active listening, empathy, and professionalism to create a positive patient experience for patients and their families.
- Accurately document patient interactions, clinical activities, referrals, authorizations, and care coordination efforts within the electronic medical record.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and follow established workflows to support operational excellence, patient safety, and clinical quality outcomes.
- Perform clerical and administrative support functions as needed to support patient care and clinic operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental and organizational goals.
Qualifications:
Education
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Completion of a Medical Assistant program with specialized training in clinical medical skills from an accredited institution required.
Experience
- Minimum of one (1) year of Medical Assistant experience required.
- Previous experience in a cardiology practice or cardiac care setting preferred.
Certifications & Licensure
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Must maintain all required certifications and emergency response training throughout employment.
Additional Requirements
- Successfully complete all organizational, department, nursing, and role-specific orientation, competency, and training requirements within established timeframes.
- Maintain ongoing compliance with departmental and organizational competency requirements.
- Computer literacy required. Previous Epic experience preferred.
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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Compensation Disclaimer
The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
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