Medical Assistant - Primary Care Full Time

Desert Ridge Family Physicians; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Retirement savings plan (401(k) w/ 4%

Job summary

Desert Ridge Family Physicians in Phoenix, AZ seeks a compassionate Primary Care Medical Assistant to support providers in a fast-paced clinic, performing clinical and administrative duties to ensure high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include preparing patients for exams, taking vitals, assisting with procedures, administering injections, basic lab work, EKGs, updating ATHENA EMR, and maintaining HIPAA compliance. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant certification (CMA/RMA) or completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical procedures.
• Proficiency with electronic medical record systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Obtain and document vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints.
• Assist providers during patient examinations and treatments.
• Administer injections, vaccinations, and medications as directed.
• Perform basic laboratory procedures, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing.
• Conduct EKGs and other diagnostic tests as required.
• Educate patients on treatment plans, medications, and preventive care.
• Maintain exam rooms, supplies, and equipment.
• Verify patient information and update electronic medical records - ATHENA
• Process prescription refill requests according to office protocols.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.

Skills

Patient service

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification (CMA/RMA) or accredited program

Current BLS certification

Tools

ATHENA EMR

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

We are seeking a compassionate, organized, and detail-oriented Primary Care Medical Assistant to join our healthcare team. The Medical Assistant will support providers in delivering high-quality patient care by performing both clinical and administrative duties in a fast-paced primary care setting. The ideal candidate is patient-focused, professional, and committed to maintaining excellent standards of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Obtain and document vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints.
• Assist providers during patient examinations and treatments.
• Administer injections, vaccinations, and medications as directed.
• Perform basic laboratory procedures, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing.
• Conduct EKGs and other diagnostic tests as required.
• Educate patients on treatment plans, medications, and preventive care.
• Maintain exam rooms, supplies, and equipment.
• Verify patient information and update electronic medical records - ATHENA
• Process prescription refill requests according to office protocols.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medical Assistant certification (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) or completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical procedures.
• Proficiency with electronic medical record systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a primary care, family medicine, or internal medicine setting.
• Experience with vaccine administration and phlebotomy.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong patient service orientation.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Professionalism and confidentiality.
• Time management and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance covered @ 100% for Employee
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement savings plan (401(k) w/ 4% Match

• Monday–Friday
• Day shift

Join our team and help provide exceptional primary care services that improve the health and well-being of our community.