Medical Assistant Vascular Surgery

Banner Health•Mesa, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care and direct patient care, using specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to deliver an excellent patient experience. The role is based at Chandler Vascular in Chandler, Arizona, and works under the direct supervision of providers in a team environment. The position prepares patients for examinations and treatment, assists with exams and minor in-office procedures, coordinates patient care and related services, and provides clerical and documentation support. It also helps maintain a clean and functional clinical environment, manages supplies and medication-related tasks, and communicates with patients, families, providers, staff, and external contacts. This is a Banner Staffing Services Registry/Per Diem opportunity. The stated hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The work shift is day shift.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
Completion of an approved medical assistant training program as defined by state regulations.
Active Medical Assistant certification is required. Accepted examples include RMA with proof of current AMT membership; CMA with proof of current AAMA membership; CCMA with proof of current NHA membership (test administered after 7/1/2017 only); or NCMA with proof of current NCCT membership.
Certification or additional training must meet Meaningful Use requirements.
BLS certification required.
Strong computer skills, including the ability to work with medical software.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple changing priorities effectively and in an organized fashion.

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.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for exams and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms, other 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 taking blood pressure, recording respiration and heart rate/pulse, taking temperature, performing phlebotomies, ear irrigation, and EKGs; serve as a chaperone when needed.
Follow universal blood and body fluid precautions and use personal protective equipment as needed; prioritize patient flow through the clinical process.
Coordinate and manage patient care, including pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions, and scheduling for clinic, hospital, and ancillary treatments and tests.
Communicate test results to patients and act as a resource to clinicians in support of patient care; administer medications according to established policies and procedures or as directed.
Provide clerical support for patient notifications and documentation, maintaining complete medical records and providing accurate billing information related to patient encounters in a timely manner.
Maintain a clean, functional environment by cleaning and disinfecting equipment, exam rooms, and storage areas; follow sterilization procedures, manufacturer recommendations, and OSHA guidelines for hazardous substances.
Perform basic equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs as needed.
Order supplies as directed and stock patient care areas; handle medication-related tasks, including expired medications or equipment and recalls.
Maintain effective communication with internal and external customers and exemplify service orientation and teamwork.
Complete required onboarding and orientation activities, including simulation training, as needed or directed.
Interact with staff, physicians, patients, families, external healthcare contacts, and physician offices to support and clarify patient-care information; prioritize data from multiple sources to support responses to changes in patient and family health status.