Medical Assistant Rheumatology

HonorHealth•Scottsdale, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides general front- and back-office support to professional staff in HonorHealth’s Rheumatology Clinic in Scottsdale, Arizona. Under a provider’s direction, the Medical Assistant supports patient examinations and treatment, maintains medical records and exam rooms, and performs clerical and clinical duties in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, protocols, and Arizona validated competencies. The role uses a team-based approach to improve patient experience, communication, access to care, and patient satisfaction. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The posting offers a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of a Medical Assistant training program.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Meet an Arizona Medical Assistant qualification pathway: complete an approved training program; or complete an unapproved training program and pass a qualifying medical assistant examination accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies or the American National Standards Institute; or complete a United States Armed Forces medical services training program.
Six months of experience as a Medical Assistant is preferred.
Medical Assistant certification such as CMA, CCMA, or RMA is preferred. HonorHealth will reimburse the cost of successfully completing the certification exam; failure to obtain certification within the assigned period means the employee will no longer meet minimum qualifications and will be terminated.
A Fingerprint Clearance Card is required at Pediatric Behavioral Health Sites only; applicants at those sites must have a current card or apply 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.

Responsibilities

Prepare treatment rooms and keep exam rooms clean, neat, and stocked.
Escort patients to exam rooms; obtain a brief history, document the chief complaint, and take vital signs, including weight and temperature.
Prepare patients for examinations and assist physicians or clinicians with examinations and special procedures.
Travel to off-site locations as needed for diagnostic testing and assistance with physical exam components, TB testing, injections, phlebotomy, and other duties.
Administer and document injections and TB tests 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 information and relay it to the provider for action.
Contact pharmacies with approved medication orders and refills.
Perform front-office duties as needed, including reception, telephone support, chart maintenance, insurance forms, and scheduling.
Coordinate with insurance companies to obtain authorizations for therapies, testing, and specialist referrals.
Provide appropriate referrals to case management for employees.
Maintain accurate patient information and properly file charts and paperwork.
Perform other related duties as assigned.