Medical Assistant (Pool) - Ambulatory

Valleywise Health; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Valleywise Health in Chandler, AZ, seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our fast-paced, supportive team. You will room patients, assist with procedures, and provide vital patient education while collaborating with physicians and nurses to improve care delivery.

The role offers growth opportunities, English-language proficiency, and a requirement for a clinical program graduate with appropriate certifications and a BLS card.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant clinic experience preferred.
• Certification options CMA/RMA/CCMA; BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and assist with procedures.
• Provide patient education and care coordination.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses in a fast-paced setting.
• Maintain accurate documentation and patient flow.

Skills

English proficiency

Bilingual preference

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Accredited Medical Assistant program graduate

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 Center.

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.

Hourly Pay Rate: $23.00

This is a POOL position.

Qualifications

Education:

A High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (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.

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.

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 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.

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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