Medical Assistant Jobs in Santa Cruz, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• State or national certification, as required by the state, or graduation from an accredited medical assistant course.
• At least 1 year of experience as a medical assistant.
• CPR or BLS certification.
• Experience with electronic medical records.
• Computer skills and ability to quickly navigate multiple programs, including Gmail, MS Word or Google Docs, and Excel or Google Sheets.
• Proficiency in non-English languages as required by the center's demographics.
• US work authorization.
• Problem-solving skills, professional accountability, and a flexible, positive attitude.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-service orientation.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3 years in a Medical Assistant role.
• Successful mastery of the workflow in a previous Medical Assistant position.
• Interest in expanded responsibilities, greater clinical experience, and making an impact in patients’ lives.
• At least 2 years of experience working with geriatric patients.
• Phlebotomy Technician Certification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient patient flow by rooming patients promptly, taking vital signs, completing required screenings, and conducting medication reviews.
• Inventory supplies and stock examination rooms.
• Respond to patient requests for telephone support, such as providing lab results and faxing records to specialists.
• As permitted by state regulations, administer vaccinations and perform point-of-care tests, including A1C, spirometry, EKGs, and blood draws for laboratory testing.
• Import required documents into the electronic medical record by scanning or PDF upload.
• Participate in care team meetings to discuss patient care and clinic operations.
• Process orders for durable medical equipment.
• Request medical records from external providers as required by the provider.
• Conduct routine quality-control checks as required, including infection-control measures and checks for equipment and expired medications or supplies, and/or help maintain the center laboratory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement savings options.
• Wellness programs.
• Other resources, based on eligibility.
• Eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission, or short-term incentive program.