Medical Assistant – Correctional Health

Maricopa County, AZ; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Wide range of tools

Work-life balance

Healthcare for you and dependents

On-site Kids Club

Paid time off

Wellness program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Maricopa County Correctional Health Services seeks a qualified Medical Assistant to support jail-based healthcare operations. You will perform front and back-office duties, venipuncture, phlebotomy, vitals, and EKGs under physician and nurse supervision.

Requirements include one year of MA experience, MA certificate, and RMA certification, plus a HS diploma or GED. The role offers on-site work with an inclusive team and opportunities for growth within the county health system.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a medical assistant performing front and back-office duties including venipuncture, EHR, phlebotomy, 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

Medical Assistant experience

Education

HS Diploma/GED

MA Certificate of Completion

RMA Certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Maricopa County Correctional Health Services seeks a qualified Medical Assistant to support jail-based healthcare operations. You will perform front and back-office duties, venipuncture, phlebotomy, vitals, and EKGs under physician and nurse supervision.

Requirements include one year of MA experience, MA certificate, and RMA certification, plus a HS diploma or GED. The role offers on-site work with an inclusive team and opportunities for growth within the county health system.