Medical Assistant — Pulmonology & Lung Care Institute

bannerhealth; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scrub allowance

Job summary

Banner Health in Phoenix, AZ is hiring a Medical Assistant to support patient care and clinical operations on a full-time day shift. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking vitals, assisting with procedures, and updating electronic medical records.

The role offers opportunities for certification advancement; uncertified MAs have 12 months to become nationally certified, with Banner paying for study materials and certification costs. Growth paths from MA to RN exist within Banner Health.

Qualifications

• 2-3 yrs of experience in clinical setting preferred.
• Uncertified Medical Assistants will have 12 months to become nationally certified after employment begins.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient for exam by taking and recording vital signs and symptoms.
• Assist with exams and minor in-office procedures; perform phlebotomy and EKGs as directed.
• Coordinate care with referrals, authorizations, and scheduling; communicate test results to patients.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Customer service

Medical records

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant preferred

Job description

Banner Health in Phoenix, AZ is hiring a Medical Assistant to support patient care and clinical operations on a full-time day shift. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking vitals, assisting with procedures, and updating electronic medical records.

The role offers opportunities for certification advancement; uncertified MAs have 12 months to become nationally certified, with Banner paying for study materials and certification costs. Growth paths from MA to RN exist within Banner Health.