Medical Assistant (MA)

Conifer Health Solutions•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

A non-exempt medical office position responsible for providing direct nursing care in a medical office setting under the direction of a physician. The Medical Assistant assists medical providers and maintains a clean and safe environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the practice.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school, or three years of relevant work experience in a healthcare setting in lieu of a Medical Assistant diploma.
CPR/BLS certification required.
Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school, three years of relevant work experience in a healthcare setting in lieu of that diploma, or current Medical Assistant certification.

Nice To Haves

Medical Assistant certification preferred.
Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school and one year of relevant work experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program and adheres to federal and state laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
Assists in assessing patient needs and health plans, including taking vital signs, obtaining history and medication information, and determining the chief complaint.
Completes all necessary documentation in the patient’s medical record according to policy.
Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments, examinations, and procedures.
Administers prescribed oral medications and injections, performs venipunctures, and conducts laboratory testing.
Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe environment, including cleaning, sterilizing and storing instruments, stocking rooms, and taking inventory.
Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements for protection against hazardous substances.
Manages administrative and front desk tasks, including arranging consultations and appointments, pre-certifying surgeries and tests, answering phones, scheduling appointments, directing calls, and assisting with patient check-out and referrals.