Medical Assistant Jobs in Santa Cruz, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Medical Assistant certification from either the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or the National Healthcare Association (NHA).
• Basic Life Support Certification for Health Care Providers.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and time-management skills.
• Experience with current office technology and proficiency with computer office applications, including electronic medical/health records and MS Office.
• Completion of a post-secondary medical assisting program is required for a PCP Office; it is preferred for a Specialty Office.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of experience in a clinical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing clinical care to office patients as delegated by the supervising provider.
• Manage the provider’s daily schedule and patient flow to expedite care and maximize clinical time.
• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms and check two-patient identifiers.
• Communicate the status of delegated task completion to the supervising provider.
• Obtain relevant information and take vital signs as indicated, including height, weight, blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation.
• Enter pertinent clinical information into the electronic health record accurately and promptly, and collect home medication lists.
• Assist clinicians with clinical procedures and additional tests specific to the department.
• Keep patients informed about visit status, unforeseen delays, and other relevant visit information.
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms for patient arrivals; clean or maintain supplies and equipment throughout the practice; and notify a supervisor when clinical supplies, equipment, or pharmaceuticals need to be ordered.
• Administer routine injections when delegated by a provider, and document them accurately in real time.
• Participate in practice and department meetings and training to promote continuous improvement in quality patient care.
• Learn about and stay current with community resources and the greater healthcare system.
• Maintain patient rights and comply with confidentiality obligations under CCHC and HIPAA.
• Provide clerical and office support as needed, including scheduling appointments, greeting and registering patients, scanning and preparing medical records and paperwork, answering calls and taking messages, and faxing.
• Float to other MACC practices when required.
• Perform other work-related duties and activities as assigned or requested.