Medical Assistant (MA)

Conifer Health Solutions•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

This non-exempt medical office position provides direct nursing care in a medical office setting under the direction of a physician. The Medical Assistant supports medical providers and helps maintain a clean and safe environment in accordance with the practice’s policies and procedures. The posting advertises a $1,000 sign-on bonus for new hires only.

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 the diploma.
CPR/BLS certification.
A Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school, three years of relevant healthcare work experience in lieu of the diploma, or current Medical Assistant certification.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Adhere to and support Tenet Physician Resources’ mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Follow the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
Support the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program and comply with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
Assist with assessing patients’ needs and health plans by taking vital signs, obtaining histories and medication information, and determining chief complaints.
Complete required documentation in patients’ medical records according to policy.
Prepare equipment and assist physicians with medical treatments, examinations, and procedures.
Administer prescribed oral medications and injections; perform venipunctures and laboratory testing.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe environment by cleaning, sterilizing and storing instruments, stocking rooms, and taking inventory.
Follow established personal protective equipment requirements for protection against hazardous substances.
Perform 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.