Medical Assistant

Banner Medical Group; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hire-on bonus $2,000

Job summary

Banner Medical Group in Mesa, Arizona is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians and nursing staff in providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced clinic. You will prepare patients, take vital signs, assist with exams, manage referrals and tests, and help with documentation and scheduling.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient experience, and adherence to safety protocols. This full-time position offers a day shift (Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm) with a $2,000 hire-on bonus for experienced

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Banner-approved medical assistant training meeting state regulations.
• Active medical assistant certification required (e.g., AMT, AAMA, NHA, NCCT).
• BLS certification required on hire.
• Strong computer and software skills essential.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple changing priorities effectively.
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card may be required for certain sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for exams by taking vital signs and documenting chief complaints and pain scores.
• Assist providers with exams and minor procedures; perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and related tasks.
• Coordinate care: referrals, authorizations, prescriptions, and scheduling.
• Provide clerical support and ensure complete and accurate medical records for billing.
• Maintain clean exam rooms and sterilize equipment per procedures.
• Order supplies and manage medication-related tasks as directed.
• Communicate test results to patients and support clinicians in care delivery.
• On-board and orient new staff and participate in simulation training as needed.

Skills

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

multitasking / prioritization

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical assistant training program meeting state regulations

Tools

EMR software

Scheduling software

Job description

Primary City/State: Mesa, Arizona Department Name: C/P-BHH Vascular-Clinic Work Shift: Day Job Category: Clinical Care $2,000 hire-on bonus included for experienced MA's!

Find your path in health care. Our team members make Banner Health a Great Place To Work. Learn how you can join our dedicated team of professionals.

As an Medical Assistant, you'll work alongside physicians and healthcare staff dedicated to providing a positive patient experience. Our clinic offers a friendly customer focused environment where you can apply your love patient care and teamwork. We are an energetic, fast paced team, serving a vast age range of patients. A career with our team is great if you are just starting out or have many years of experience. If you are ready to be challenged, work in a positive environment and contribute to making a change in people's lives, then we are the perfect team for you.

Clinic Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

Location: 6750 E Baywood Ave, STE 503 At Banner Medical Group, you'll have the opportunity to perform a critical role in the community where you practice. Banner Medical Group provides both primary and specialty care throughout the communities in which Banner Health operates. We do this in a variety of settings - from smaller group practices like our Banner Health Clinics in Colorado and Wyoming, to large multi-specialty Banner Health Centers in the metropolitan Phoenix area. We currently have more than 1,000 physicians and more than 3,500 total employees in our group and are seeking others to enhance our ability to deliver our nonprofit mission of providing excellent patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care, as well as, implementing and evaluating direct patient care. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment and skills to provide an excellent patient experience.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Prepares patient for exam and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms and other necessary measurements and recording chief complaint; documents pain scores as appropriate. Reports condition of patient which may be indicative of change in the patient's condition to the clinician.
• Assists providers with exams and minor in-office procedures which could include taking patients' blood pressure, documenting respiration and heart rate/pulse, taking temperature, as well as performing phlebotomy, ear irrigation and EKG's. Acts as chaperone as needed. Uses universal blood and body fluid precautions at all times and personal protective equipment as needed. Responsible for prioritization of patient flow through clinical process.
• Coordinates and manages patient care including pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions and scheduling of patients for clinic, hospital and other ancillary medical treatments and tests. Responsible for communicating test results to patient. Acts as a resource to clinician in order to provide optimal patient care. May administer medications in accordance with established policies and procedures or as directed.
• Provides clerical support with patient/client notifications and documentation to include but not limited to complete medical records including labs, authorizations, X-Rays, hospital records and any previous care pertaining to each patient visit. Provides complete and accurate information necessary for billing related to the patient encounter in a timely fashion.
• Maintains a clean, functional environment including cleaning and disinfection of equipment, exam rooms and storage areas. Disinfects equipment and instruments using appropriate solutions following sterilization procedures. Follows manufacturer's recommendations and OSHA guidelines in handling of hazardous substances. Performs basic maintenance of equipment and coordinates needed maintenance for prompt repairs.
• Orders supplies as directed, stocks patient care areas. Medication ordering and tasks related to all medications (e.g. expired medications/equipment and recalls).
• Develops and maintains effective communication mechanism with all external and internal customers. Exemplifies service orientation and the team concept in all contacts.
• This position will complete all necessary on-boarding/orientation activities, including simulation training, as needed or directed.
• This position works under the direct supervision of the providers. This position interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Also interacts with physician's offices in order to report, ask for or clarify information. Prioritizes data from multiple sources to provide support for the response of the patient and family to changes in health status.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
• Completion of a Banner approved medical assistant training program that also meets state defined regulations.
• Active Medical Assistant Certification is required.
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• Active Medical Assistant certification: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from American Medical Technologists (AMT) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from National Health Career Association (NHA) or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Certified Competency Testing (NCCT).
• Requires strong computer skills, including the ability to work with medical software.
• Requires exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Requires the ability to manage multiple changing priorities in an effective and organized fashion.
• Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
• An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with office medical procedures and treatments and knowledge of insurance, managed care operations, EMR and scheduling software preferred.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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