Medical Assistant - Health Clinic

Valleywise Health; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan (100% matched)

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Valleywise Health in Phoenix, AZ is hiring a Medical Assistant to join our fast-paced team, room patients, assist with procedures, and provide vital patient education. You will work side-by-side with physicians and nurses, directly impacting patient care.

We offer competitive compensation, a 100% matched Pension, comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, and growth opportunities through continuing education and certifications; bilingual abilities are preferred and state-specific licensure

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program or Valleywise Health approved course.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience preferred.
• CMA, RMA or CCMA certification preferred; BLS required at hire.
• Fingerprint clearance card required; age/licensure compliance per state rules.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, assist with procedures, and provide patient education.
• Work closely with physicians and nurses to support patient care.
• Contribute to accurate documentation and efficient clinic workflow.

Skills

English proficiency

Bilingual

Communication

Time management

Leadership

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program completion

Job description

Are you a dedicated Medical Assistant looking to make a real difference in patients' lives? At Valleywise Health, we are more than just a healthcare facility — we are a community committed to excellence, compassion, and growth.
We are actively hiring skilled, caring, and motivated Medical Assistants to join our fast-paced, supportive team. In this role, you’ll work side-by-side with outstanding physicians and nurses, directly impacting patient care and making every interaction count.
Whether you’re rooming patients, assisting with procedures, or providing vital patient education, your contribution will be valued and recognized.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

Meaningful Impact:

Help provide life-changing information and compassionate care to patients in the Health Clinic.

Professional Growth:

Valleywise Health is the largest teaching hospital in the valley. Opportunities exist for continuing education, advanced certifications, and exposure to the latest technologies.

Supportive, Specialized Team:

Join a warm, highly skilled group of physicians, nurses, and professionalsdedicated to excellence in healthcare.

Competitive Benefits:

Robust compensation, 100% matched Pension retirement plan, comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, and more.

Hourly Pay Range: $18.24 - $26.90

Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma or GED is preferred.

Requires graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants or Valleywise Health approved course.

Experience:

Prefer at least one (1) year of relevant related experience, preferably in a clinic setting.

Certification/Licensure:

Incumbents hired into this position must be eligible to sit for one of the following certification exams:

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification issued by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)or

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification issued by American Medical Technologists (AMT)or

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) issued by the National Health Career Association (NHA).

A BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center is required at the time of hire.

Must have a valid fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety or submit a completed Affidavit at the time of hire. Must complete fingerprint clearance card application within seven (7) days of hire date. Must present actual card within 90 days of applying for a fingerprint clearance card.

Behavioral Health Departments: Pursuant to Arizona Administrative Code R9-10-306 CHAPTER 10 of the Dept. of Health Services, personnel must be at least 21 years of age, or at least 18 years of age and licensed or certified under A.R.S. Title 32 and providing services within the personnel member’s scope of practice.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

Bilingual is preferred.

Must have the ability to work with culturally diverse people.

Requires excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills.

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