Medical Assistant Jobs in Santa Cruz, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent experience, subject to state regulation requirements.
• Ability to perform well in stressful situations.
• Knowledge of healthcare systems operations, including EMR and practice management solutions.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Project management skills.
• Vendor-relations skills for Medical Assistants who are required to order office and clinical supplies.
• Database management skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Skill in using computer programs and applications, including Microsoft Office.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to deliver exceptional patient service throughout all interactions.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to comply with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
• Physical ability to frequently carry 1–25 pounds; occasionally carry 26–50 pounds; seldom push or pull 1–25 pounds or 100 pounds or more; occasionally lift 1–25 pounds from floor to chest or waist; and seldom lift 26–50 pounds from floor to chest or waist.

Nice To Haves

• Medical Assistant certification or registration is preferred.
• Six months of experience working in a physician’s office is desired.
• Urology experience is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative and clinical duties under the direction of the assigned direct supervisor.
• Confer with physicians, nursing staff, and other team members to coordinate and schedule patient appointments.
• Greet and prepare patients; measure and record vital signs; document patient interviews, histories, and chief complaints.
• Provide patient education about medications, disease management, home treatments, and special diets.
• Prepare patients for examinations, perform routine screening tests, and assist physicians with exams.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect other lab specimens; perform basic laboratory tests and EKGs.
• Assist with X-ray and physician therapy procedures.
• Prepare and administer medications with physician authorization.
• Change dressings, apply bandages, remove sutures, and perform other first-aid procedures; use CPR skills when necessary.
• Prepare accurate, legal, and ethical documentation and ensure medical records are accurate and complete.
• Open the office in the morning and close it in the afternoon.
• Maintain patient logs for laboratory requests, CT scans, and other treatment orders, and maintain the prescription ledger when needed.
• Maintain back-office flow, keep rooms full, and assist with room turnover.
• Complete thorough new-patient work-ups, including X-rays, vital signs, and explanation of the new-patient packet; add medical history for new patients and accurately update established patients’ histories.
• Set up examination rooms accurately and completely for physicians and ensure patients’ medications are updated before visits.
• Set up in-office surgical procedures and ensure consent forms are completed correctly, avoiding excessive medical abbreviations.
• Scribe as assigned according to physician office flow.
• Prepare for the following day’s patients, including confirming next-day visits.
• Complete patient medical-record requests when necessary.
• Assist with orienting and training new personnel and ensure proper handoff of responsibilities when tasks are completed.
• Meet attendance criteria, start work promptly, and be punctual and dependable for assigned or confirmed shifts.
• Respect and acknowledge the organization’s commitment to cultural diversity through behavior, language, and actions.
• Use time and resources effectively and adhere to HR and corporate policies and procedures.
• Support compliance with healthcare regulations, medical laws, and ethical standards, including assigned OSHA, HIPAA, and CMS Parts C and D compliance and Fraud, Waste & Abuse efforts.
• Perform other position-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Profit sharing
• Retirement plan