Medical Assistant Carefree Primary Care

HonorHealth•Scottsdale, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides front- and back-office support to professional staff in the Carefree Primary Care Clinic. Under a provider’s direction, the MA assists with patient examinations and treatment, maintains medical records, supports patient communication and scheduling, and contributes to a team model focused on patient experience, communication, access to care, and satisfaction. The role requires knowledge of medical front- and back-office procedures and care consistent with organizational policies, procedures, protocols, and Arizona validated competencies. The clinic is located at 34525 N. Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85266. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, and Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The position offers an opportunity for a sign-on bonus of up to $2,500.

Requirements

Completion of a medical assistant training program.
High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Meet one of the listed Arizona medical assistant qualification pathways: complete an approved training program; complete an unapproved training program and pass a medical assistant examination administered by a certifying organization accredited by NCCA or ANSI; or complete a United States Armed Forces medical services training program.
For Pediatric Behavioral Health Sites only: have a current Fingerprint Clearance Card or apply for and be eligible for one within seven working days after employment.

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience as a Medical Assistant.
Medical Assistant certification, such as CMA, CCMA, or RMA. HonorHealth will reimburse the cost of successfully completing the certification exam; failure to obtain certification within the assigned period means the employee no longer meets the minimum qualification and will be terminated.

Responsibilities

Prepare treatment rooms and keep exam rooms clean, neat, and well stocked.
Escort patients to exam rooms, obtain brief histories, document chief complaints, and take vital signs, including weight and temperature.
Prepare patients for exams and assist physicians or clinicians with examinations and special procedures.
Travel to off-site locations as needed to perform diagnostic testing and assist with physical exam components, TB testing, injections, phlebotomy, and other duties.
Administer and record injections and TB testing under physician supervision and order.
Perform venipuncture, obtain specimens, and conduct CLIA-waived laboratory tests.
Perform office procedures such as PFT, UDS, EBT, EKG, and fit testing within the scope of practice and as directed by a provider.
Receive calls from patients, pharmacies, and others; document and relay information to providers; and contact pharmacies with approved medication orders or refills.
Perform front-office duties, including reception, telephone service, chart maintenance, insurance forms, scheduling, message management, and data entry.
Maintain accurate patient information and properly filed charts and paperwork, including medical records.
Coordinate with insurance companies to obtain authorizations for therapies, testing, and specialist referrals.
Provide appropriate referrals to case management for employees.
Perform other related duties as assigned.