Medical Assistant Jobs in Santa Cruz, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior experience and/or education as a Medical Assistant.
• Knowledge of EKG placement and processing in children.
• Ability to obtain laboratory tests via nasal swab and venipuncture.
• Professional and friendly demeanor.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Prior pediatric experience.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort with computers and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to learn medical software.

Nice To Haves

• Venipuncture experience preferred.
• Experience with medical records preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative support for providers, patients, and office operations.
• Greet and register patients as they arrive.
• Obtain medical history, vital signs, and patient intake information.
• Prepare patients for X-rays.
• Perform and document routine laboratory tests, such as throat and urine cultures.
• Irrigate wounds and assist with wound care.
• Assist with laboratory quality-control testing.
• Assist with patient care within the scope of practice as part of the patient care team.
• Keep exam rooms and front reception stocked with adequate supplies.
• Maintain order and cleanliness in the waiting room.
• Follow standard safety practices and precautions.
• Respond to patients in distress and notify the medical team, including the nurse, urgent care technician, and physician.
• Follow policies and procedures, and report needed changes to the management team.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and protect patient-care information.
• Accept ownership for accomplishing new and challenging requests and explore opportunities to add value to the role.
• Assist patients with complaints and take an active role in service recovery when needed.
• Perform other duties as needed, including applying splints and assisting the nurse and/or provider with medical procedures.
• Provide exceptional customer service.