Medical Assistant - Phlebotomist

Optum; Casa Grande (AZ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four-day workweek

Three-day weekends year-round

Collaborative clinical team

Job summary

Summit Rheumatology in Casa Grande, AZ is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers with clinical and administrative tasks in an on-site role.

You will collect patient information, prepare patients for examinations, assist during exams and treatments, perform diagnostic testing, obtain specimens, and maintain accurate medical records. You’ll also coordinate prescriptions, referrals, and injections, while keeping exam rooms and supplies organized.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program.
• 2+ years of clinic experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document patient information, including height, weight, vital signs, symptoms, and current medications.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Assist providers during exams and treatments.
• Perform diagnostic testing procedures.
• Obtain and prepare blood and urine specimens for laboratory testing.
• Ensure accurate specimen labeling and handling.
• Update and maintain patient medical records.
• Document treatments, medication refills, test results, and patient concerns.
• Process prescriptions, referrals, and prior authorizations.
• Schedule patients for injections and infusions.
• Maintain exam rooms, treatment areas, and laboratory spaces in a clean and safe condition.
• Restock medical supplies as needed.
• Order and manage clinic supplies and medications.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain accurate records.
• Help coordinate patient flow while ensuring efficient scheduling and phone coverage.

Skills

Administrative Skills

Phlebotomy

Education

Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program

Tools

MS Outlook

EMR / ECW

eClinicalWorks

Job description

Medical Assistant

Summit Rheumatology | Casa Grande, AZ ?? On-Site Position

Work Schedule

? Monday - Thursday: 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM

? Three-Day Weekend Every Week

? Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays Off

Make a Difference in Patient Care

As a Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our providers and ensuring patients receive safe, high-quality, and cost-effective care. You'll work closely with physicians and advanced practice providers, delivering both clinical and administrative support to help create an exceptional patient experience.

What You'll Do

Patient Care & Clinical Support

• Collect and document patient information, including height, weight, vital signs, symptoms, and current medications
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures
• Assist providers during exams and treatments
• Perform diagnostic testing procedures
• Obtain and prepare blood and urine specimens for laboratory testing
• Ensure accurate specimen labeling and handling

Documentation & Coordination

• Update and maintain patient medical records
• Document treatments, medication refills, test results, and patient concerns
• Process prescriptions, referrals, and prior authorizations
• Schedule patients for injections and infusions

Clinic Operations

• Maintain exam rooms, treatment areas, and laboratory spaces in a clean and safe condition
• Restock medical supplies as needed
• Order and manage clinic supplies and medications
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain accurate records
• Help coordinate patient flow while ensuring efficient scheduling and phone coverage

Why Join Summit Rheumatology?

? Four-day workweek

? Consistent weekday schedule

? Three-day weekends year-round

? Collaborative clinical team environment

? Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care

Location: Summit Rheumatology, Casa Grande, AZ

Schedule: Monday-Thursday | 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Position Type: Full-Time

This version is designed to attract candidates by leading with the schedule and benefits that are likely to be major selling points while making the responsibilities easier to read and digest.

Qualifications - External

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program
• Current, active BLS before start date
• 2+ years of Phlebotomy experience
• 1+ years of clinic experience
• Proficiency with MS Outlook
• Administrative Skills: Demonstrated ability to comfortably relay information to patients in-person and via phone

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current MA Certification
• EMR / ECW experience
• Experience with eClinicalWorks
• Experience working in both front and back office of a medical clinic
• Experience with Prior Authorizations
• Experience with Insurance Verifications
• Specialty experience in Dermatology, Gastroenterology or Nephrology