Medical Assistant Jobs in Santa Cruz, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• A medical assistant diploma, or two years of medical assistant experience, or certification as a medical assistant with two years of medical assistant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Phlebotomy skills.

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients and support their transition into care.
• Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and health screenings.
• Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during procedures.
• Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
• Perform lab-related tasks, including specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
• Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
• Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver coordinated care.
• Follow relevant regulations and guidelines to maintain patient safety and confidentiality.
• Respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Use protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, or communicable disease.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation, premium pay for eligible positions, incentive pay for select positions, and opportunity for annual performance-based increases.