Medical Assistant - School Based Health Clinic

UNM Medical Group, Inc.Albuquerque, NM

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Job Description

UNM Medical Group, Inc. is hiring for a Medical Assistant to join our School Based Health Clinic. This opportunity is a full-time day shift opening located in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

*Salary is determined based on years of total relevant experience.

*Salary is based on 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Less than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE.

This position is a 10-month (August 2026 - May 2027) 1.0 clinical FTE (5 days a week). We are looking to fill this role prior to August or as soon as possible. The UNMMG School Based Health Center (SBHC) Program provides integrated medical and behavioral health services in six of the Albuquerque Public Schools. Experience with adolescent aged children will be a plus. If you are interested in working with children and are enthusiastic, we would like to meet you and invite you to apply for our position.

Summary:

Conducts patient registration, verifies demographics, and schedules appointments in a UNMMG Ambulatory Clinic.
Manages insurance processes, including verifying benefits, obtaining referrals, and handling prior authorizations.
Performs patient check-in/check-out, collects co-pays, and gathers patient data and medical history.

Minimum Job Requirements of a Medical Assistant:

1. High school diploma or GED

2. Medical Assistant Program Graduate Certificate and

3. BLS certification

Please attach proof of education and licensure as indicated above.

About School Based Health Clinics:

The UNM School-Based Health Center (SBHC) program is co-sponsored by the UNM Medical Group and UNM Health Sciences Center. SBHC facilitates and supports schools, families and communities in addressing the social, physical and emotional needs of students so they can reach their full potential.

SBHC connects students to a larger health care system that can serve as a medical home, offering lifelong health care. SBHC providers focus on preventive health care and educating students on healthy lifestyle choices. Our goal is to enhance healthy youth development and reduce barriers to learning.

Why Join UNM Medical Group, Inc.?

Since our creation in 2007, our dynamic organization has continued to grow and form strong partnerships within the UNM Health system. We ASPIRE to incorporate the following values into all aspects of our culture and work: we always demonstrate an Attitude of Service with Positivity, Integrity and Respect as we strive for Excellence.

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