Medical Assistant Jobs in Santa Cruz, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Medical Assisting program, or five years of medical assistant experience in lieu of the program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• A qualifying medical assistant credential: RMA from American Allied Health; CMA from AAMA; RMA from AMT; RMA from the American Registry of Medical Assistants; NRCMA from NAHP; NCMA from NCCT; or CCMA from NHA.
• Ability to travel up to 100%.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical duties for multiple ambulatory clinics.
• Assist providers and staff in coordinating patient care and scheduling appointments.
• Execute physician orders for laboratory testing.
• Enter information in the electronic medical record system.
• Serve as a liaison between patients, coworkers, and providers.
• Provide direct patient care, including rooming patients, taking vital signs, obtaining medical histories, and documenting care in the electronic medical record.
• Administer vaccines, injections, and medications; perform phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, and medication reconciliation under the supervision of an RN or provider.
• Gather requirements from internal and external customers and provide information by phone, electronic messaging, and in person.
• Initiate and follow through on prior authorizations and referrals.
• Process sample medications, prescriptions, and refills as directed.
• Travel to regional offices as needed.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus may be available; eligibility should be discussed with a Talent Acquisition Advisor.
• Consistent day-shift schedule and observed holidays off work.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Enhanced benefits package with a pay structure intended to reward experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive benefits offerings for eligible employees.