Medical Assistant (MA)

Tenet Healthcare Corporation•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 practice environment in accordance with practice policies and procedures. The role includes supporting patients through their healthcare visits and completing clinical and administrative tasks. The employer offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus for new hires only. Tenet Physician Resources describes a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match; paid time off; career development and continuing education opportunities; health savings and flexible spending accounts; an Employee Assistance Program; employee discounts; and voluntary benefits. Benefit eligibility may vary by location and employment status.

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.
Qualifying experience may be met with a Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school, three years of relevant healthcare work experience in lieu of the diploma, or a 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 the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
Support the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program and comply with applicable 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, including 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 phones, scheduling appointments, directing calls, assisting with patient check-out, and processing referrals.