Clinical Assistant

Requisition ID

req36727

Working Title

Clinical Assistant

Position Grade

Position Summary

The Center for Development and Disability (CDD), established in 1990, is New Mexico's University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service. These centers, authorized by the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act, build the capacities of states and communities to respond to the needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.

We are seeking a Clinical Assistant for outpatient clinics that provides services for individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their caregivers. The ideal candidate would have customer service experience, with good oral and written communication skills. Spanish/Bilingual speaking skills preferred. This individual will perform administrative duties in an outpatient clinic setting including answering phones, processing mail, retrieving and sending electronic faxes, scanning and printing documents, gathering and entering patient data, and filing. The clinical assistant will be responsible for working with confidential information, including clinic referrals and intake packets, insurance information, and medical records. The clinical assistant will also purchase clinical supplies and materials including test kits and protocols, and make travel arrangements using UNM purchasing card.

For more great jobs within CDD check out our Career Opportunity site https://cdd.health.unm.edu/jobs/

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

UNM will provide Hepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer.
All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
Annual TB testing may be required if working in a patient care area.
Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

***Address in your cover letter how your experience and skills align with our preferred qualifications***

Administrative and customer service experience in a clinical setting
Computer and software skills, with demonstrated ability to learn new software programs
Bilingual - fluent Spanish speaker
Purchasing and inventory experience

Additional Requirements

This position requires a background check and fingerprinting.

Campus

Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department

Pediatrics Center for Development (997H)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Term - Full-Time

Term End Date

06/30/2027

Status

Non-Exempt

Pay

Hourly: $16.71 - $20.93

Benefits Eligible

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required

Yes

For Best Consideration Date

5/26/2026

Eligible for Remote Work

Eligible for Remote Work Statement

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

To Be Considered for This Position, Please Submit the Following: • Completed Application: Include all relevant work experience and clearly note the number of hours worked per week for each position. • Current Résumé: Your résumé should include three professional references, preferably current and/or former supervisors. • Cover Letter: Please address how your experience and skills align with our preferred qualifications. Note: Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.

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