Medical Assistant – Patient Care & Clinic Coordinator

La Paz Regional Hospital & Clinics; Parker (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

La Paz Regional Hospital & Clinics in Parker, AZ is hiring a Medical Assistant to support clinicians and nursing staff in delivering high‑quality patient care. You will prepare patients, record vitals, assist with exams, and help coordinate tests and referrals.

This full‑time, day‑shift role includes occasional float to off‑campus clinics, light clerical duties, and a strong focus on patient experience and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent; completion of an approved medical assistant program.
• BLS certification required.
• Active Medical Assistant Certification required; must meet Meaningful Use requirements.
• Strong computer skills and ability to work with medical software.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple changing priorities in an organized fashion.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for exam by taking vitals, recording chief complaint and other measurements.
• Assists providers with exams and minor in-office procedures; may take BP, respirations, pulse, temperature, etc.
• Coordinates and manages patient care including referrals, authorizations, scheduling and communicating results.
• Provides clerical support and maintains complete medical records and billing-related information.
• Maintains a clean, disinfected clinical environment and coordinates equipment maintenance.
• Orders supplies and assists with medication related tasks as directed.
• Develops effective communication with patients, families and internal/external contacts.
• Completes onboarding/orientation activities and works under supervision of providers.

Job description

La Paz Regional Hospital & Clinics in Parker, AZ is hiring a Medical Assistant to support clinicians and nursing staff in delivering high‑quality patient care. You will prepare patients, record vitals, assist with exams, and help coordinate tests and referrals.

This full‑time, day‑shift role includes occasional float to off‑campus clinics, light clerical duties, and a strong focus on patient experience and safety protocols.