Medical Assistant (Pool) - Surgery Clinic

Valleywise Health; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Valleywise Health in Phoenix, AZ seeks a Medical Assistant (Pool) to support surgery clinic operations. Work alongside physicians and nurses, room patients, assist with procedures, and educate patients.

This pool position pays an hourly rate of $23.00 and requires CMA/RMA/CCMA certification options and BLS certification, with fingerprint clearance and related requirements. The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of clinic experience, a preferred high school diploma or GED, and completion of an

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and speak English effectively.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Excellent communication, time management, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, assist with procedures, and provide patient education.
• Perform patient care, secretarial, and technical-related services for neonate through geriatric patients in back and front office.

Skills

English proficiency

Bilingual

Communication

Time management

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduation from accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

Medical Assistant (Pool) - Surgery Clinic

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.

Under the clinical direction of the Physician, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant and under the operational direction of the Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC)/Comprehensive Health Center (CHC) Clinic Manager, this position provides professional, skilled, age-specific care for patients in collaboration with all disciplines. This position demonstrates the professional skills and behaviors to promote comprehensive, cost-effective, and meaningful healthcare for consumers in a diverse healthcare environment. Performs patient care, secretarial, and technical-related services for the neonate through the geriatric patient population in the back and front office.

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.

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.