Medical Assistant Jobs in Santa Cruz, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current Class C driver’s license.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
• Ability to follow safety precautions when working with blood, blood-borne pathogens, potentially dangerous materials, and equipment.
• Ability to travel.
• Sufficient hearing to communicate effectively in person or by telephone.
• Sufficient visual acuity to read, write, and operate equipment.
• Ability to handle objects weighing approximately 15–20 pounds, assist patients, and stand or walk for most of the day.
• Willingness to work in an environment that may involve extreme temperatures, unpleasant odors, loud noises, and exposure to potentially dangerous materials.

Nice To Haves

• OB experience is preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant or CNA certification is highly preferred.
• Previous medical office experience is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English is preferred.
• Spanish or other language skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Greet and communicate appropriately with patients, their families, coworkers, and staff.
• Maintain accurate documentation in patients’ electronic medical records, including intake information, vital signs, patient history, medications, UDS reporting information, and the purpose of the visit or treatment.
• Prepare examination rooms with appropriate supplies, maintain room cleanliness and stock, and maintain assigned equipment such as EKG and NST machines.
• Accompany patients to examination rooms, provide gowns and drapes, help position patients for examinations or treatments, and arrange examination rooms, supplies, and equipment.
• Set up patients and properly use equipment such as NST and EKG machines.
• Assist providers during examinations as instructed, including interpreting examinations, procedures, or results for patients in their preferred language.
• Ensure referrals are sent and manage medical records and faxes associated with GFH patients.
• Follow laboratory procedures to collect, perform, and accurately enter results for in-house CLIA-waived testing.
• Dispose of biohazardous materials appropriately and follow required safety measures.
• Draw blood, administer therapeutic injections and vaccinations, and use appropriate methods and safety measures.
• Sterilize procedure tools and equipment as needed.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following standard procedures and legal regulations.
• Screen nurse-line calls as directed.
• Protect patient confidentiality and operations in accordance with HIPAA.
• Take responsibility for equipment assigned or checked out to the employee.
• Participate in training offered by GFH.
• Comply with the organization’s corporate compliance program.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Clinical Director, Clinic Manager, COO, or CEO.