Medical Assistant Gastro Mesa

HonorHealth; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $2,500

Job summary

HonorHealth in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Gastroenterology-East Mesa clinic. The MA will provide front and back office support, escort patients, schedule visits, and maintain exam rooms as part of a patient-centered team.

The role requires completion of an MA program, a high school diploma, and BLS certification. Experience in medical offices is preferred and a sign-on bonus may be offered.

Qualifications

• Completion of a MA training program is required.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 6 months experience as Medical Assistant preferred.
• BLS certification required or in place.

Responsibilities

• Prepares treatment rooms and escorts patients to exam rooms.
• Obtains brief history and documents chief complaint; takes vital signs.
• Assists physician/clinician during exams and procedures.
• Performs venipuncture and basic CLIA-waived tests.
• Performs front desk duties: reception, scheduling, phone calls, and chart maintenance.
• Organizes insurance authorizations for therapies, testing and referrals.

Skills

Front/back office support

Scheduling & telephone

Vital signs & phlebotomy

Medical office software

Education

MA training program

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Primary City/State:MOB - 10238 E Hampton AveCategory:Healthcare SupportShift:DayDepartment:Gastroenterology-East MesaWe offer an opportunity for a SIGN-ON BONUS of up to $2,500!The Gastro clinic is located at 10238 E. Hampton Ave, Mesa, AZ 85209The hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pmGreat care starts with great people. (Like you.)At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most — caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area.Responsibilities: Job SummaryThe Medical Assistant provides general front and back office support to professional staff. Escorts patients to exam rooms. Maintains clean, neat and well-stocked exam rooms. Must have knowledge of medical front and back office procedures. Provides quality phone service by scheduling patients or referring caller to appropriate party. Answers phone messages from patients promptly. Maintains patient information that is accurate and charts/paperwork are filed correctly. Maintains medical records. Under the direction of a Provider, the Medical Assistant performs a variety of duties in connection with the examination and treatment of patients. May be assigned to a specialist. The MA takes a pro-active approach utilizing available resources to best serve the patient population. Performs a variety of clerical support duties including receptionist, telephone, scheduling, message management and data input. Utilizes knowledge and skill to provide appropriate care in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures and protocols and Arizona validated competencies. The MA works in a team model to improve the patient's experience, create better communication and access to care, and support processes that will improve patient satisfaction.Essential FunctionsPrepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Escorts the patient to the examining room, obtains a brief history, documents chief complaint takes vital signs to include weight and temperature. Preps the patient for exam, assists the physician/clinician on exams and any special procedures.May travel to off site locations to perform diagnostic testing and assist in physical exam components, TB testing, Injections, phlebotomy and others.May administer and record injections and TB testing under the supervision and order of the physician.Performs venipuncture and obtains specimens, performs CLIA waived lab tests. Performs office procedures including, but not limited to, PFT, UDS, EBT, EKG, fit testing, within the scope of practice as directed by provider.Receives telephone calls from patients, pharmacy and others; documents and relays information to provider for action. Phones pharmacy with approved medication orders/refills.Performs a variety of front office duties as needed, including, but not limited to, reception, telephone, chart maintenance, insurance forms and scheduling.Organize and communicate with insurance companies for authorizations for therapies, testing and specialist referrals. Provides appropriate referrals to case management for employees. Performs other related duties as assigned.Performs other duties as assigned.EducationCompletion of a MA training program - RequiredHigh School Diploma or GED - RequiredExperience6 months experience as a Medical Assistant - PreferredLicenses and CertificationsBasic Life Support (BLS) BLS - RequiredCompletion of an approved training program OR completion of an unapproved training program and successfully passes the medical assistant examination administered by a certifying organization accredited by either the National Commission for Certifying Agencies or the American National Standards Institute as described by the Arizona Administrative Code (Chapter 16 – Arizona Medical Board - R4-16-401 and R4-16-101) OR completes a United States Armed Forces medical services training program - RequiredFingerprint Clearance Card - State Have a current Fingerprint Clearance card, or within seven (7) working days after employment shall apply and be eligible for a Fingerprint Clearance Card (Pediatric Behavioral Health Sites ONLY) - RequiredMedical Assistant Certification (e.g., CMA, CCMA, RMA) **HonorHealth will reimburse the cost of the successful completion of the certification exam. If you do not receive your certification within the assigned period, you will no longer meet the minimum qualification of the position and will be terminated - PreferredWe're all in for your career.