Medical Assistant Primary Care Float Pool Scottsdale and North Phoenix

Banner Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Float Pool Medical Assistant, where you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care. In this dynamic position, you will assist healthcare professionals in various clinical tasks, ensuring a seamless experience for patients. Your responsibilities will include preparing patients for examinations, taking vital signs, and managing patient care logistics. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment that prioritizes career growth and teamwork, making a meaningful impact in the community. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a patient-centered approach, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of a medical assistant training program and active certification required.
• Strong computer, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians in providing medical care and evaluating patient care.
• Prepare patients for exams, take vital signs, and document conditions.
• Coordinate patient care including scheduling and managing referrals.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Computer Skills

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Training Program

Active Medical Assistant Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

Medical Software

EMR Software

Scheduling Software

Job description

Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name: Float Pool

Work Shift: Day

Job Category: Clinical Care

A rewarding career that fits your life. Learn how Banner Health, a certified Great Place To Work, prioritizes team members and strives to be the best place to work in health care.

The staff at Banner Health Medical Group are committed to providing comprehensive care for patients and their family. Our goal is to build lasting relationships with patients and create personalized care plans with an emphasis on prevention and wellness. Our leadership offers a customer-focused team in a friendly work environment and career growth opportunities.

As a Float Pool Medical Assistant, you'll join a team that offers a customer-focused environment and career growth opportunities. You'll work alongside healthcare professionals dedicated to providing an excellent patient experience. When providing hands-on care, you'll room patients, obtain vitals, and triage. When not providing hands-on care, you'll perform non-clinical duties.

Locations: North Phoenix and Scottsdale Clinics

Will cover multiple Primary Care locations in the North Phoenix and Scottsdale general area with reasonable commute.

Banner Health Center: 4375 E Irma Ln, Phoenix, AZ 85050

Banner Health Center: 4720 E Greenway Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032

Banner Health Center: 7669 East Pinnacle Peak, Ste 220 Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Banner Health Center: 8901 E Raintree Dr Ste 150, Scottsdale, AZ

Schedule: Monday - Friday between the hours of 6:30 am - 7:00 pm (Full-Time 40 hours benefits eligible position)

At Banner Medical Group, you'll have the opportunity to perform a critical role in the community where you practice. Banner Medical Group provides both primary and specialty care throughout the communities in which Banner Health operates. We do this in a variety of settings - from smaller group practices to large multi-specialty Banner Health Centers in the metropolitan Phoenix area.

POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care, as well as implementing and evaluating direct patient care. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide an excellent patient experience.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Prepares patient for exam and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms and other necessary measurements; documents pain scores as appropriate. Reports condition of patient which may be indicative of change in the patient's condition to the clinician.
2. Assists providers with exams and minor in-office procedures which could include taking patients’ blood pressure, documenting respiration and heart rate/pulse, taking temperature, as well as performing phlebotomies, ear irrigation, and EKGs. Acts as chaperone as needed. Uses universal blood and body fluid precautions at all times and personal protective equipment as needed.
3. Coordinates and manages patient care including pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions, and scheduling of patients for clinic, hospital, and other ancillary medical treatments and tests.
4. Provides clerical support with patient/client notifications and documentation, including complete medical records.
5. Maintains a clean, functional environment including cleaning and disinfection of equipment, exam rooms, and storage areas.
6. Orders supplies as directed, stocks patient care areas.
7. Develops and maintains effective communication mechanisms with all external and internal customers.
8. This position will complete all necessary onboarding/orientation activities, including simulation training, as needed or directed.
9. This position works under the direct supervision of the providers and interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Completion of an approved medical assistant training program as defined by state regulations. Active Medical Assistant Certification is required. BLS certification required.

Requires strong computer skills, including the ability to work with medical software. Requires exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Employees working at BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with office medical procedures and treatments and knowledge of insurance, managed care operations, EMR and scheduling software preferred.

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