Pediatric Medical Administrative Assistant

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children’s Hospital, Inc. is seeking an Administrative Assistant Medical Assistant to support clinicians in delivering pediatric care.

The role is primarily administrative but requires clinical knowledge to facilitate patient services and accurate documentation. Responsibilities include processing refills, prior authorizations, managing calls and messages, preparing rooms, assisting with exams, and ensuring HIPAA compliance and safety standards are followed; training and certification

Qualifications

• MA certification from CMA or RMA is required.
• One year of experience in a health care or pediatric setting.
• Medical Assistant certification from CMA or AMT as an approved alternative.
• Current BLS certification for Health Care Professionals from the AHA.

Responsibilities

• Administrative duties within Medical Assisting scope of practice.
• Assist with prescription refills and prior authorizations under provider direction.
• Screen calls and document clinical messages accurately per policy.
• Prepare exam rooms, dispose of biohazardous materials, and maintain infection control.
• Assist providers during exams and administer medications when authorized.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Communication

Patient care

Education

MA program accredited by CAAHEP/ABHES

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Phoenix Children’s Hospital, Inc. is seeking an Administrative Assistant Medical Assistant to support clinicians in delivering pediatric care.

The role is primarily administrative but requires clinical knowledge to facilitate patient services and accurate documentation. Responsibilities include processing refills, prior authorizations, managing calls and messages, preparing rooms, assisting with exams, and ensuring HIPAA compliance and safety standards are followed; training and certification