Medical Assistant Jobs in Santa Cruz, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Accredited Medical Assistant certification or credential for the state where the work is performed.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be acquired during orientation.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Computer fluency or literacy.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Organization and prioritization skills.
• Experience as a Medical Assistant.
• At least 1 year of experience working in a medical setting.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with electronic medical records software, such as EPIC.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support to physicians and mid-level providers.
• Provide instructions to patients as directed by providers.
• Comply with OSHA, CLIA, and HIPAA regulations.
• Complete duties essential to business operations.
• Create a positive impression with patients, family members, and other visitors.
• Provide customer-focused service and support patient flow.
• Perform patient registration, scheduling, and billing.
• Handle pre-certification, collect insurance information, and receive co-pays or bill payments.
• Retrieve, release, or collect medical records and perform data entry.
• Resolve routine problems, assist with patient-flow coordination, and initiate follow-up with appropriate staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules.
• Retirement savings with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs.
• Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility.