Geriatric Care Medical Assistant - Patient-Centered

ArchWell Health; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

ArchWell Health in Arizona is seeking a Medical Assistant to support PCPs, greet patients, take vitals, perform routine screenings, and assist in exams. The MA-Float may cover multiple centers.

Responsibilities include processing messages, coordinating with clinical staff, changing dressings, CPR when needed, and maintaining OSHA-compliant documentation; emphasis on patient experience and health coaching.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate from a nationally accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent healthcare vocational training.
• Minimum 1 year work experience as a Medical Assistant.
• 6+ months phlebotomy experience highly desired.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers required.
• EClinical Works or similar EMR experience.
• Experience with geriatric patients is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake with patients, measuring and recording vital signs, medical history; perform examinations and routine screenings.
• Interact with patients throughout appointments and report changes to PCP or clinicians.
• Process patient messages, route calls, and relay information to physicians.
• Change dressings, apply bandages, remove sutures; CPR when necessary under supervision.
• Ensure OSHA compliance and maintain accurate documentation at all times.
• Provide health coaching and follow up with coached patients weekly.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

Effective communication

Customer service

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

MA program or equivalent

Tools

EClinicalWorks

Job description

ArchWell Health in Arizona is seeking a Medical Assistant to support PCPs, greet patients, take vitals, perform routine screenings, and assist in exams. The MA-Float may cover multiple centers.

Responsibilities include processing messages, coordinating with clinical staff, changing dressings, CPR when needed, and maintaining OSHA-compliant documentation; emphasis on patient experience and health coaching.