Medical Assistant

St. Joseph Hospital & Medical Center • Phoenix, AZ

12h • Onsite

About The Position

St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, located in Phoenix, Arizona, is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy. It is a nationally recognized center for quaternary care, medical education, and research, including the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, Cancer Center at St. Joseph's, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center. The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services, attracting patients globally. It boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital. St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. As a Medical Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the day for patients and the clinical team. This includes proactively preparing patient charts, ensuring all information is obtained and up-to-date for those seen in the facility. The role involves daily patient interactions, with the number of patients depending on the number of physicians on-site. Success in this role requires enthusiasm to help others, efficiency, and empathy for patients.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. and a graduate of a Medical Assistant Program or completion of an U.S. Armed Forces medical services training program
• Candidates who completed a program prior to February 2, 2000 can satisfy the minimum education requirements by providing evidence of direct supervision by the same physician, physician group, or physician assistant for a minimum of 2000 hours to satisfy the education requirements
• Demonstrated experience with computer programs utilized for checking-in and scheduling patients required
• American Heart Association BLS

Nice To Haves

• Previous MA experience
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience
• Previous experience in designated specialty
• Bilingual skills

Responsibilities

• Keep the day running smoothly and efficiently for your patients and clinical team
• Proactively prepare patient charts, ensuring all information is obtained and up-to-date for those seen in our facility
• Maintain hospital standards of zero tolerance for mislabeled specimens and collect laboratory specimens according to hospital protocol
• Assist the nurse/physician during examinations, treatments and procedures as requested
• Retrieve necessary equipment and supplies
• Assist in patient/equipment preparation
• Perform follow-up actions as directed
• Complete hospital forms per protocol

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees