Correctional Health Medical Assistant — Frontline Care

Maricopa County, AZ; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site Kids Club

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Parental leave

Healthcare premium discounts

ASRS employer match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Maricopa County is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the Correctional Health Services team, providing front and back-office support, venipuncture, EHR documentation, and patient care within a jail setting. CPR/First Aid readiness and continuous care are emphasized in this role.

The position requires a Medical Assistant Certificate, RMA certification, one year of relevant experience, and a high school diploma or GED. Candidates must pass background checks and be able to work varied shifts.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a medical assistant, performing front and back-office Medical Assistant duties, including experience with venipuncture, electronic health records, phlebotomy, patient vitals, and EKGs
• Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion from an accredited healthcare training program
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification from the American Medical Technologists
• High school diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Performs duties within the medical assistant scope of practice, under the direct supervision of a physician, mid-level provider, or Nurse Manager, to ensure quality patient care
• Completes required documentation in the electronic health record or other modality
• Verifies dental, behavioral, and medical health information with outside healthcare organizations
• Conducts office duties, including copying, filing, scanning, scheduling, and document preparation
• Responds to and directs clinical calls effectively and professionally in-person, telephonically, and online
• Maintains confidentiality of all information in all communication and interactions

Skills

Venipuncture

Phlebotomy

EKG

Vital signs

Patient communication

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Maricopa County is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the Correctional Health Services team, providing front and back-office support, venipuncture, EHR documentation, and patient care within a jail setting. CPR/First Aid readiness and continuous care are emphasized in this role.

The position requires a Medical Assistant Certificate, RMA certification, one year of relevant experience, and a high school diploma or GED. Candidates must pass background checks and be able to work varied shifts.