Medical Assistant Jobs in Santa Cruz, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification, which must be obtained and maintained.
• PC skills or applicable computer experience.
• Ability to accurately read and write medical terminology.
• Ability to work all shifts.
• Ability to escort or transport patients by wheelchair or stretcher.
• Detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be able to see with corrective eyewear and hear clearly with assistance.
• Ability to handle emergency or crisis situations and wear protective equipment as necessary.
• Ability to lift 15–20 pounds.
• Ability to perform the physical activities specified for the role, including frequent sitting, walking, and standing, and occasional bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, lifting, carrying, pushing, and traveling.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• MA course completion certification.
• Two years of Medical Assistant experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients professionally, support efficient patient flow, and escort patients to the discharge counter after treatment.
• Obtain patient histories, assess and triage patients, measure vital signs, and record information in patient charts.
• Explain treatment procedures and prepare patients and examination rooms for provider examinations.
• Position instruments and equipment for providers, and clean and sterilize them after use.
• Administer provider-ordered injections, medications, eye and ear irrigations, and enemas; dress or bandage wounds and incisions; draw blood; and assist with procedures.
• Perform diagnostic tests using equipment such as eye exam instruments, electrocardiographs, defibrillators, cardiac monitors, oxygen equipment, pulse oximeters, peak-flow devices, and inhalation treatment equipment.
• Perform CLIA-waived laboratory tests and collect, label, process, prepare, and ship specimens to the appropriate laboratory.
• Perform occupational medicine protocols using proper techniques and guidelines.
• Prepare and administer medication correctly, verify patient identifiers, and document administration in required logs.
• Remove sutures or staples and change sterile and non-sterile dressings.
• Perform basic x-rays when applicable or assist the Radiology Technician with x-ray setup.
• Complete medical charts with services rendered, test results, and supplies used.
• Make patient callbacks, arrange referrals and testing, and schedule follow-up appointments.
• Monitor disposable inventory and order medical supplies and pharmaceuticals.
• Perform quality checks to ensure medical equipment is in good working order.
• Assist with registration and perform clerical duties as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.