Medical Assistant (MA)

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • Tucson, AZ

19h

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 practice policies and procedures. The role also provides administrative and front-desk support, helping patients receive a positive experience throughout their healthcare journey.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school, or three years of relevant healthcare work experience in lieu of the diploma.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Required experience qualification: 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 certification.
• Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school and one year of relevant work experience are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to and support the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
• Adhere to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
• Support the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program and comply with federal and state laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
• Assist in assessing patient needs and health plans by taking vital signs, obtaining patient history and medication information, and determining the chief complaint.
• 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 conduct laboratory testing.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe environment by cleaning, sterilizing and storing instruments, stocking rooms, and taking inventory.
• Comply with 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 and directing calls, scheduling appointments, and assisting with patient checkout and referrals.

Benefits

• $1,000 sign-on bonus for new hires only.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off.
• Career development and continuing education opportunities.
• Health savings accounts and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program.
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED