Medical Assistant (MA) - Bariatrics

Abrazo Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings with company

Generous paid time off

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Abrazo Medical Group in Phoenix is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, document in medical records, take vital signs, prep exams, and assist with procedures in a busy office.

This non-exempt role offers a $1000 sign-on bonus for new hires, CPR/BLS certification required, high school diploma or MA diploma or equivalent experience, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), generous PTO, and education opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant diploma or three years of healthcare experience in lieu of diploma.
• Current Medical Assistant certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians with medical treatments and procedures.
• Takes vital signs, patient history, medications, and determines chief complaint.
• Completes documentation in the patient’s medical record.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment; sterilizes and inventories instruments.
• Administers prescribed medications and performs venipunctures/lab testing.
• Manages front desk tasks: scheduling, pre-certifications, referrals, and patient check-out.

Skills

Medical Assistant

CPR/BLS Certification

Education

High school diploma/GED

Medical Assistant diploma or 3 years healthcare experience

Job description

Responsibilities

• Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
• Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
• Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program and adheres to federal/state laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
• Assists in assessing patient needs and health plans, including taking vital signs, history, medications, and determining chief complaint.
• Completes all necessary documentation in the patient’s medical record according to policy.
• Prepares equipment and assists physicians with medical treatments, exams, and procedures.
• Administers prescribed oral medications, injections, performs venipunctures and lab testing.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe environment, including cleaning, sterilizing, storing instruments, stocking rooms, and taking inventory.
• Complies with established personal protective equipment requirements for protection against hazardous substances.
• Manages administrative and front desk tasks: arranging consultations/appointments, pre-certifying surgeries/tests, answering phones, scheduling appointments, directing calls, and assisting with patient check‑out and referrals.

Overview

Be the heart of compassionate care as a Medical Assistant with us! In this vital role, you’ll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If you’re dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients’ lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team!

At Tenet Physician Resources, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work‑life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

$1000 sign on bonus for new hires!

Scottsdale General Surgery

E Bell Rd

A non‑exempt medical office position responsible for providing direct nursing care in a medical office setting under the direction of a physician, assists medical providers, and maintains a clean and safe environment in accordance with the policies and procedures of the practice.

Education

Required:

• High school diploma/GED
• Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school or three years of relevant work experience in a healthcare settingin lieu of a Medical Assistant diploma

Certification

Required: CPR/BLS Certification

Preferred: Medical Assistant

Experience

Required: Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school OR three years of relevant work experience in a healthcare settingin lieu of a Medical Assistant diploma OR a Current Medical Assistant certification

Preferred: Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited school and 1 year of relevant work experience highly preferred

Sign on bonus is for new hires only!

Organization Description

As one of the valleys top healthcare systems, Abrazo Medical Groups mission is to provide quality, compassionate care in the communities we serve. Abrazo Medical Group, in partnership with Abrazo Health, is a high-quality multispecialty healthcare provider comprised of approximately 20 primary care and specialty outpatient clinic locations, 5 acute care hospitals and 4 neighborhood emergency centers. With over 120 employed physicians and practitioners, our services are close to home or work.

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Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.