Job Information
Dialysis Clinic, Inc. Medical Assistant in Taos, New Mexico
Overview
Dialysis Clinic, Inc. is recruiting top talent interested in supporting our nonprofit mission to prioritize individualized care for patients facing chronic kidney disease. Our mission states “the care of the patient is our reason for existence,” and our dedicated team embodies our sole purpose during every patient interaction. We seek motivated, compassionate individuals to provide top-notch patient care and offer paid training, competitive pay, outstanding benefits, Sundays off and a positive, mission-driven culture. Join DCI today to build relationships and gain fulfillment serving individuals in our comfortable clinical setting with a lower caregiver-to-patient ratio than other providers.
The Medical Assistant (MA), under the direction of licensed personnel, implements, monitors, and documents processes to ensure that all patients receive high quality, efficient care.
Schedule: Full-time, three 12-hour shifts starting at 4:45am; Sundays off; no overnight shifts
Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits
Life and long-term care insurance provided at no additional expense to employee
Paid time off (PTO) including holidays
Extended Sick Bank (ESB) in addition to PTO – paid time for doctor appointments, sickness or medical leave
Retirement plans with $.50 of each contributed dollar matched for eligible employees, up to 8 percent
Education reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Wellness program
Among others
Responsibilities
What You Can Expect:
Obtains and records patient vital signs and machine readings according to facility policies.
Prepare patients for examination and treatment by taking patient histories and vital signs.
Prepare exam and treatment rooms with the necessary instruments for your patients including preparation and maintenance of supplies and equipment for treatments.
Give injections and assist with lab testing and phlebotomy.
Assist physicians in preparing for examinations and physicals.
Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments as needed for patients.
Answer telephone calls to the practice and screens for referral to physicians and practitioners
Calculates patient’s weight loss to reach dry weight.
Determines patient care priorities and organizes work load efficiently and effectively.
Maintains professional working relationship, observing patient privacy and rights.
Qualifications
Successful Candidates Bring:
Excellent communication skills
Desire to collaborate with care teams
Ability to problem solve
Education/Training:
Will train the right candidate
High school diploma or GED required.
Certified Medical Assistant required.
Previous healthcare experience preferred.
DCI’s Differentiator:
Since opening the first clinic 50 years ago in Nashville, Tenn., our Dialysis Clinic, Inc. family has grown to be the nation’s largest nonprofit dialysis provider with more than 270 locations in 30 states, serving nearly 14,000 patients each day. DCI invests in our care teams and funds research to further kidney care and treatment options. DCI prioritizes a holistic approach and offers hemodialysis, home dialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatment options. We empower patients to live meaningful and productive lives while also delivering high quality kidney care, saving lives and reducing hospitalizations. Learn more about DCI and see if we’re hiring in a clinic near you!www.dciinc.jobs
DCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.
DCI is a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. If you are having difficulty using the online application system or would like to request other accommodations or application methods, please contact Doug Patterson at Accommodations@dciinc.org or 615-327-3061. Once a request has been made, DCI will initiate a discussion with you about your needs and whether an accommodation can be provided. DCI is committed to providing such accommodations where possible.
For more information about equal opportunity please see:
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf;
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf;
https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_formattedESQA508c.pdf; and
https://www.nlrb.gov/sites/default/files/attachments/basic-page/node-3788/employeerightsposter-8-5x11.pdf.
Security Roles and Responsibilities can be reviewed at:https://www.dciinc.org/security-roles
Job Location US-NM-Taos
Posted Date 4 months ago (7/29/2024 6:16 PM)
ID 2024-19593
# of Openings 1
Address 1335 Maestas Road
Category Patient Care