Medical Assistant Jobs in Santa Cruz, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of two years of relevant experience. Combined education and experience may be considered as a substitute for the minimum experience requirement.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant certification program.

Responsibilities

• Provide general back-office support to physicians.
• Assist providers with examinations as needed.
• Stock and monitor inventory levels of medical supplies.
• Monitor and maintain medication sample closets.
• Prepare and assist patients for testing.
• Obtain examination results as requested.
• Obtain laboratory results, present them to the physician for review, and notify patients of results as instructed by the physician.
• Answer patient calls and respond promptly and professionally.
• Conduct a final review of charts after chart preparation.
• Train back-office staff as needed when requested by the Office Administrator.
• Respond to and comply with requests for information using the most appropriate communication method, including fax.
• Complete requests within established office policy timeframes.
• Follow rules and regulations regarding confidentiality and protection of patient information.
• Deliver information to patient care areas and other designated locations, including provider offices.
• Complete the referral process for specific procedures when requested by the Office Administrator.
• Provide leadership and guidance to support excellent customer service.
• Communicate and engage effectively with others.
• Seek opportunities to learn, share knowledge, and develop processes that improve the transfer of information.
• Follow and maintain all policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required, assigned, or requested.