TEMP Medical Assistant - General Surgery - Tangerine

Northwest Primary & Specialty Care; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Primary & Specialty Care in Tucson, AZ is seeking a TEMP Medical Assistant for General Surgery. The role supports patient care under supervision, assists with procedures, maintains exam rooms, and ensures smooth clinic operations.

This on-site position offers day shifts and a collaborative team culture. Candidates should have a medical assistant program completion, 0-1 years in a clinical setting, and BCLS certification.

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant program from an accredited school.
• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice or externship.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and prepare patients for exams.
• Prepare and clean exam rooms for visits and procedures.
• Perform patient intake tasks, document data, and triage calls.
• Maintain daily logs and documentation.
• Schedule appointments and coordinate referrals.
• Verify insurance eligibility and manage clinic communications.
• Ensure inventory of supplies and equipment; monitor usage.
• Educate patients on medications, diets, health topics.
• Maintain attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Medical Assistant program (accredited)

Tools

EMR systems

MS Office

Job description

TEMP Medical Assistant - General Surgery - Tangerine

Tucson, AZ, United States

Job Description

Why Join Us?

• Assists Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team - Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Benefits You Can Count On - Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Work Hard. Recharge Often. - Generous PTO and extended illness benefits
• Invest in Your Future - 401(k) with company match
• Grow With Us - Career development, learning opportunities, and advancement pathways
• We Invest in Your Success - Licensure and certification reimbursement for eligible roles
• Student Loan Support - Assistance available for eligible roles
• Your Wins Deserve Recognition - Employee rewards and recognition programs
• A Team You'll Love Working With - A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day
• Additional Voluntary Benefits - Choose from options such as pet insurance, identity protection, and legal insurance.

Great people. Great benefits. Meaningful work. Join us and make an impact.

Clinic Address

1521 E Tangerine Rd. | Suite 201, Oro Valley, AZ 85755

Hours of Operation: M-F 8-5

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant supports patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks under the supervision of a medical provider. This role assists with medical procedures, maintains exam rooms, facilitates patient intake, and ensures efficient clinic operations while providing excellent service to patients and staff.

Essential Functions

• Assists providers with non-invasive medical procedures, such as taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms before patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers.
• Reviews and maintains daily logs and documentation.
• Supports administrative duties, including pre-registering patients, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, verifying insurance eligibility, and managing clinic communications.
• Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.
• Monitors and requisitions supplies and equipment to ensure appropriate inventory levels and functionality.
• Educates patients on medications, diets, and other health-related topics, addressing questions to ensure understanding.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant program from an accredited school preferred
• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques.
• Basic proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office and medical record systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide exceptional service to patients and staff.
• Understanding of medical terminology and infection control practices.
• Effective time management, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Critical thinking abilities to analyze situations and develop appropriate solutions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer.

Job Info

• Job Identification 167962
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/14/2026, 03:22 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 2260 W Orange Grove Rd, Tucson, AZ, 85741, US