Medical Assistant Position in Phoenix; Integrated Care; 44th St/ Oak

TERRO; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company match

Full benefits package

Generous PTO/Sick Time

Bilingual pay differential

Job summary

Terros Health in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our integrated primary care and mental health team. You will prepare patients for examinations, take histories, and assist the physician during visits.

This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits, PTO, a 401(k) with company match, and a bilingual differential for eligible languages. NextGen EMR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant diploma or certificate required.
• NextGen EMR experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and take medical histories.
• Assist the physician during examinations and explain procedures.
• Coordinate information with behavioral health and other offices.
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, greet patients, and perform clerical duties.
• Update patient files and arrange tests or hospital admissions.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual capabilities

Education

Medical Assistant Diploma/Certificate

Tools

NextGen EMR

Job description

We are pleased to share an exciting opportunity at Terros Health for a Medical Assistant.Terros Health is a health care company focused on the whole person, providing primary care and specializing in mental health and substance use treatment for over 50 years. We help people live their lives in recovery and we save lives every day. Our vision is to provide extraordinary care by empowered people, achieving exceptional outcomes. We are guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment, with diversity woven throughout. Together, we are Inspiring Change for Life!If you are interested in working for one of the State's Leading Integrated Healthcare Organizations that promotes Integrity, Compassion, and Empowerment, we encourage you to apply!Terros Health: Extraordinary Care. Empowered People. Exceptional Outcomes.Hope ~ Health ~ Healingwww.TerrosHealth.orgTerros Health is hiring a Medical Assistant for our Oak location in Phoenix, AZ.Full-Time: 40 hours/weekLocated Near 44th St/ OakFull Benefits Package, including 401KGenerous PTO/Sick Time (4+ weeks) Plus 1 Floating HolidayIntegrated Care Location - Primary Care and Mental Health Services On SitePrimary Care Experience is a PlusNextGen Experience is a PlusEXCELLENT COMPENSATION ($17.87-$21+/ hour, depending on years of MA experience)Additional Language Differential Pay Available: Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, Arabic, Farsi, Swahili or ASL:+ $1/hour (Approximately $2,080 Annually)Duties include, but not limited to:Provides ongoing services as a medical assistant to patients in need of medical services for the purpose of establishing and reaching appropriate treatment goals.Prepares patients for examinations, takes medical histories, assists the physician during the examination, explains medical procedures to patients.Coordinates the appropriate client information with the behavioral health and other specialty care offices.Follows up on the pharmacy, clients, staff and all other parties phone calls and coordinates a response back based on the consult with the medical staff.Maintains appropriate knowledge, skill, and coordination of services for this position.Answers phones, schedules appointments, greets patients, and may create correspondence. May assume any, or all of the general clerical duties within the office.Follows up accordingly/promptly on clients requests via phone/letter at the direction of medical practitioners. May coordinate with the involved parties on behalf of the client.Updates patient files, schedules medical tests, and arranges for hospital admissions.Follows up on missed medical appointments to appropriately re-engage the patients.Seeks appropriate clinical supervision to ensure the provision of effective supportive services.Establishes appropriate patient documentations, applications, forms that conform to agency guidelines, audit tools best professional practice, and State licensing regulations.Completes client documentations within the established guidelines including but not limited to completion of progress notes on the date of service; completes medical intake paperwork and submits on date of service.Offering a highly competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.Benefits & WellnessWe invest in the health, well-being, and success of our employees and their families by offering comprehensive benefits, wellness resources, and opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.Multiple medical plan options, including a no-premium plan for employees and their familiesMultiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverageVision insuranceGroup life and disability insurancePet insurance401(k) plan with company matchInterest-free medical line of creditFinancial education, planning, and support resourcesMonetary company contribution toward eligible benefitsBilingual pay differentialGenerous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 3 weeks off in the first yearPaid Sick Time10 paid holidays annuallyComprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family membersTrip Reduction ProgramOngoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including:ScholarshipsClinical supervisionContinuing Education Units (CEUs)Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University (NAU)Access to the Working Advantage Employee Discount Program, with savings on:Gym membershipsCar rentalsFlights, hotels, movie tickets, and moreIf interested, please apply online at www.terroshealth.org.Medical Assistant Diploma and/or Certificate Required.EMR experience: NextGen preferredExcellent communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skills both in person and by phone, with high professionalismMust have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card or apply for an Arizona fingerprint clearance card (Level 1) within 7 working days of assuming role.Must pass a Drug Screen and TB TestThis role is a non-driving position. This position is performed at one location and does not require travel to various Terros Health centers. May be 18 years of age and with less than two years’ driving experience or no driving experience.