Medical Assistant Jobs in Santa Cruz, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• At least two years of previous experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Certification through a national agency such as AAMA or NCCT.
• Current CPR/BLS certification within 60 days of hire.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to commute among locations throughout the Portland metro area.
• Prior electronic medical record (EMR) experience.
• Excellent attendance and work ethic.
• Positive attitude and desire to be a team player.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with patients, physicians, and other team members.
• Commitment to patient-focused care, privacy, and safety.

Nice To Haves

• Specialty care experience.
• Epic experience.
• ACLS may be required depending on specialty.
• LXMO license may be required depending on specialty.

Responsibilities

• Provide temporary staffing coverage for scheduled vacations, staffing vacancies, project assignments, and other interim staffing needs throughout The Oregon Clinic.
• Perform clinical and administrative duties in a variety of specialty clinic settings.
• Collect patient information, document relevant history, and prepare patients for examinations.
• Escort patients to exam rooms and ensure they are ready for appointments and procedures.
• Assist with clinical procedures and perform specialty-related tests, treatments, and patient monitoring as directed.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records in the electronic medical record.
• Support patient care delivery and clinic operations while following clinic policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Check in and check out new and established patients efficiently and professionally.
• Schedule appointments for new and established patients.
• Obtain, verify, and update patient demographic and insurance information.
• Answer and manage incoming calls through a multi-line phone system.
• Process incoming referrals, authorizations, and electronic fax submissions.
• Provide customer service to patients, providers, and team members.
• Assist with department operations and workflow as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee medical, dental, and prescription insurance are 100% covered.
• Generous 401(k) plan.
• Flexible Spending Account options.
• Paid time off.
• Nine paid holidays annually.
• Wellness program and employee assistance services.
• 70% of Tri-Met transit pass covered.
• Employee discounts.
• Optional pet insurance and other optional benefits.
• Pay differentials for the float position.