Medical Assistant Heart Care Glendale

HonorHealth; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

HonorHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant to join their healthcare team, providing essential support for patient care. The role involves both front and back office responsibilities, ensuring a smooth patient experience in various clinical settings. Candidates must have completed a Medical Assistant training program and possess strong communication skills.

Benefits

Diverse benefits portfolio

Opportunities for training and development

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program is required.
• Minimum 6 months of Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card required for Pediatric Behavioral Health Sites.

Responsibilities

• Prepare treatment rooms, escort patients, and perform vital sign checks.
• Administer injections and conduct lab tests under supervision.
• Handle scheduling and insurance communications.

Skills

Patient communication

Medical procedures knowledge

Front office tasks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training program

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Overview

Looking to be part of something more meaningful? At HonorHealth, you’ll be part of a team creating a multi-dimensional care experience for our patients. We offer opportunities to make a difference through programs like our Ambassador Movement and comprehensive training and development. HonorHealth provides a diverse benefits portfolio for full-time and part-time team members to support your well-being. Learn more at honorhealth.com/benefits.

HonorHealth is one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, serving a population of five million in the greater Phoenix area. Our network includes six hospitals, a medical group with primary, specialty, and urgent care, a cancer care network, outpatient surgery centers, clinical research, medical education, a foundation, an accountable care organization, and community services. With nearly 17,000 team members, 3,700 providers, and close to 2,000 volunteers, we strive to exceed expectations and improve community health across Arizona.

Responsibilities

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant provides front and back office support, escorts patients to exam rooms, maintains clean and stocked exam rooms, and has knowledge of medical procedures. They ensure quality phone service, schedule patients, and manage patient records and paperwork. Under a provider’s guidance, they perform various patient examination and treatment duties, possibly at specialized sites. The MA proactively utilizes resources to serve patients effectively and supports team efforts to enhance patient experience and communication.

Essential Functions

• Prepare treatment rooms, escort patients, obtain medical history, document chief complaints, and record vital signs.
• Travel to off-site locations for diagnostic testing, injections, phlebotomy, and other procedures.
• Administer injections and TB tests under supervision, perform venipuncture, and conduct CLIA-waived lab tests.
• Handle telephone communications, relay information, and coordinate with pharmacies and insurance companies.
• Perform front office duties including reception, scheduling, and chart maintenance.
• Organize insurance authorizations and referrals, and assist case management as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program (Required)
• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Minimum 6 months of Medical Assistant experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (Required)
• Completion of an approved Medical Assistant training program or equivalent, and passing a recognized certification exam (Required)
• Fingerprint Clearance Card (Required for Pediatric Behavioral Health Sites)
• Medical Assistant Certification (e.g., CMA, CCMA, RMA) (Preferred, with reimbursement for exam costs)