Medical Assistant Jobs in Santa Cruz, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• Completion of nationally accredited Medical Assistant program or relevant work experience and certification as a Registered Medical Assistant.
• Certification from a nationally recognized organization (AAMA, NHA, NCCT or AMT) or must obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of one year of prior outpatient medical assistant experience preferred.
• BLS or ACLS certification or must obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Successful completion of a nationally accredited Certified Medical Assistant certification program or relevant work experience and national certification or registration as a Medical Assistant.
• Must be able to perform basic math computations.
• Must be proficient in computer use, including Microsoft Office.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA regulations

Responsibilities

• Assists with supply ordering and tracking by communicating supply needs
• Managing MA box work for productivity
• Timely rooming of patients, performing vital signs, taking family history, social history, medication consolidation, PHQ’s, barriers today, immunization consolidation, history of present illness and review of systems.
• Complete any in-office standing orders including but not limited to A1C’s, immunizations, retinal testing, DM foot exams, visual acuities, hearing test, and drug screens.
• Prepping exam room and patient for procedures, such as minor surgery, physicals, female exams, etc.
• Review quality measures and prepare for completion, if applicable.
• Clean examination rooms after each visit and at the end of each day.
• Restock exam rooms weekly and as needed.
• Call patients with lab and/or test results after provider has reviewed results and written recommendations.
• Return all patient phone calls promptly. Same day call-backs are preferred. All calls must be returned within 72 hours. Urgent calls should immediately be brought to the provider’s attention.
• Document critical lab values/test results when received via telephone and immediately bring results and chart to provider.
• All PT/INR results should be brought with chart to the provider on the day in which results are received.
• Sample meds to be checked weekly for expiration dates and log completed.
• Complete all documentation related to childhood vaccinations – Vaccination record IRIS forms, parental consent/refusal forms. Log all injection lot #, expiration date, site.
• Heritage Health staff have an active role in our Patient Centered Medical Home model of care. This role is designated as part of the Heritage Health PCMH Care Team.
• All documentation must be initialed, signed and dated.
• May be required to support other departments and HH locations as needed
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Generous employer contributions for dependents.
• 200 hours (25 days!) of all-in-one PTO—covering vacation, personal, sick, and holiday time.
• Option to cash out extra time off.
• Extended Illness Bank (EIB): Additional paid time for serious illness or hospitalization.
• 403(b) retirement plan with automatic enrollment and a competitive employer match—100% of the first 3% and 50% of the next 2% you contribute.
• Employer-paid life and long-term disability coverage.
• Voluntary options for extra protection.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential counseling and wellness resources for you and your household, including telehealth visits, legal and financial support, and more.
• Student loan repayment program for eligible positions
• LifeFlight membership for emergency medical transport
• Access to a dedicated benefits advocate team for personalized support.