Medical Assistant Vascular Chandler

Banner Health • Chandler, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports vascular care services at Banner Health’s Chandler Vascular Surgery department in Chandler, Arizona. Working directly with patients and families after check-in, the role assists clinicians and nursing staff with medical care and direct patient care, using specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide a positive patient experience. The position works under the direct supervision of providers and collaborates with staff, physicians, patients, families, and external healthcare contacts.

The role includes preparing patients for examinations and treatment, assisting with examinations and minor in-office procedures, coordinating patient care, maintaining accurate clinical and billing documentation, and keeping clinical spaces and equipment clean and functional. The position also supports patient flow, supply and medication tasks, communication, and required onboarding and orientation activities.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., on the day shift. The listed work location is 1940 N Alma School Rd, Chandler, AZ 85224. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered for certified, experienced medical assistants; additional details are discussed with the recruiter.

The posting states that medical assistants must hold an active national certification and BLS certification upon hire. It also describes an uncertified-MA pathway requiring an accredited MA program and diploma, with 12 months after employment begins to obtain national certification. Study materials and certification costs are provided by Banner, and a passing certification score results in a pay increase.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent working knowledge.
• Completion of a Banner-approved medical assistant training program that meets state-defined regulations; the posting also lists an MA diploma from an accredited MA school as a minimum qualification.
• Active Medical Assistant certification: RMA from AMT, CMA from AAMA, CCMA from NHA, or NCMA from NCCT.
• BLS certification required upon hire; the posting specifies an in-person, Banner-approved BLS Provider credential.
• Strong computer skills, including the ability to use medical software.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple changing priorities effectively and in an organized manner.
• Employees working in the specified Banner behavioral health settings serving children must have an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at hire and maintain it during employment, and must sign an Arizona Criminal History Affidavit upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with office medical procedures and treatments.
• Knowledge of insurance, managed care operations, EMR, and scheduling software.
• Additional related education and/or experience.
• National Medical Assistant certification from AAMA, AMT, NCCT, or NHA is listed as preferred in the introductory qualification section, although active certification is also stated as required in the detailed minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms, measurements, chief complaints, and pain scores as appropriate; report changes in patient condition to the clinician.
• Assist providers with examinations and minor in-office procedures, including blood pressure, respiration and pulse, temperature, phlebotomy, ear irrigation, and EKGs; serve as a chaperone when needed and use universal precautions and personal protective equipment.
• Prioritize patient flow through the clinical process.
• Coordinate patient care, including pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions, and scheduling for clinic, hospital, and ancillary treatments and tests.
• Communicate test results to patients and serve as a resource to clinicians; administer medications when permitted by policy or directed.
• Provide clerical support for patient notifications and documentation, including complete medical records and information needed for billing, in a timely manner.
• Maintain a clean and functional environment by cleaning and disinfecting equipment, exam rooms, and storage areas; follow sterilization procedures, manufacturer recommendations, and OSHA guidelines; perform basic equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs.
• Order supplies as directed and stock patient care areas; handle medication-related tasks, including expired medications or equipment and recalls.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external customers and exemplify service orientation and teamwork.
• Complete required onboarding and orientation activities, including simulation training when needed or directed.
• Prioritize data from multiple sources to support responses to changes in the health status of patients and families.

Benefits

• $2,000 sign-on bonus for certified, experienced medical assistants.
• Banner provides study materials and pays the cost of national certification for uncertified medical assistants pursuing certification within 12 months of employment; a passing score results in a pay increase.

What This Job Offers

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