Urgent Care Medical assistant

Banner Health; Tempe (AZ); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Banner Health seeks a Medical Assistant to support urgent care services in Tempe. You will assist clinicians, perform basic patient care, and handle administrative tasks to ensure smooth clinic operations.

The role requires completion of an MA program, active certification, and the ability to float among Banner Urgent Care clinics as needed. Shifts are three 12-hour days per week with weekend availability.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an approved medical assistant training program.
• Active Medical Assistant Certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong computer, interpersonal and communication skills.
• A Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card may be required for certain sites.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare patient for exam by taking vital signs and documenting concerns.
• Assist providers with exams and minor procedures and manage patient flow.
• Coordinate patient care including referrals, approvals and scheduling.
• Maintain medical records and support billing documentation.
• Keep exam rooms clean and properly disinfected; handle supplies.
• Order supplies and manage medications as directed.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and staff.
• Complete onboarding activities and training as required.
• Work under supervision and support multiple clinical departments as needed.

Conocimientos

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Educación

High school diploma/GED

Medical Assistant training program

Herramientas

EMR software

Scheduling software

Descripción del empleo

Primary City/State:

Tempe, Arizona

Department Name:

Elliot & Rural Peds-Urg Care

Work Shift:

Varied

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Great careers are built at Banner Health. Our medical imaging and radiology team members play a key role in excellent patient care.

Banner Health is committed to making a difference in people's lives through excellent patient care. Our Urgent Care clinics provide convenient, accessible, and compassionate care to patients in need of immediate medical attention. Team members in this role are essential to delivering on Banner Health's mission of making health care easier so life can be better.

The Medical Assistant supports the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care within Banner Health Urgent Care. This position is responsible for assisting healthcare providers with clinical procedures, patient assessments, and administrative duties to ensure efficient operation of the clinic. The Medical Assistant must demonstrate flexibility and professionalism while providing compassionate care in a fast-paced environment. The incumbent will be required to float to other Banner Health Urgent Care clinics within the surrounding area based on operational needs.

Location: Banner Health Urgent Care –Zone 3

Status: Full-Time (Three 12-hour shifts per week)

Schedule: Variable; must be available to work any day of the week, including weekends

Zone 3

Arizona & Elliot

Warner & Cooper

Dobson & Guadalupe

Rural & Elliot

McClintock & Southern

Rural & Guadalupe

Uncertified Medical Assistants will be considered with proof of completion of a formal Medical Assistant education program and will have 12 months from their hire date to obtain national certification. Banner Health is committed to your professional growth and invests in advancing your training, education, and career development.

Discover the difference at Banner Urgent Care. With hours from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., you'll help care for patients in need of immediate medical attention. With minimal wait times, affordable service and multiple locations, Banner Urgent Care is a smart, sensible choice for patients and another great employment option at Banner Health.

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 and recording chief complaint; 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 EKG's. Acts as chaperon as needed. Uses universal blood and body fluid precautions at all times and personal protective equipment as needed. Responsible for prioritization of patient flow through clinical process.
• 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. Responsible for communicating test results to patient. Acts as a resource to clinician in order to provide optimal patient care. May administer medications in accordance with established policies and procedures or as directed.
• 4. Provides clerical support with patient/client notifications and documentation to include but not limited to complete medical records including labs, authorizations, X-Rays, hospital records and any previous care pertaining to each patient visit. Provides complete and accurate information necessary for billing related to the patient encounter in a timely fashion.
• 5. Maintains a clean, functional environment including cleaning and disinfection of equipment, exam rooms and storage areas. Disinfects equipment and instruments using appropriate solutions following sterilization procedures. Follows manufacturer's recommendations and OSHA guidelines in handling of hazardous substances. Performs basic maintenance of equipment and coordinates needed maintenance for prompt repairs.
• 6. Orders supplies as directed, stocks patient care areas. Medication ordering and tasks related to all medications (e.g. expired medications/equipment and recalls).
• 7. Develops and maintains effective communication mechanism with all external and internal customers. Exemplifies service orientation and the team concept in all contacts.
• 8. This position will complete all necessary on-boarding/orientation activities, including simulation training, as needed or directed.
• 9. This position works under the direct supervision of the providers. This position interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts, such as employees of other health care institutions, community providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient. Also interacts with physician's offices in order to report, ask for or clarify information. Prioritizes data from multiple sources to provide support for the response of the patient and family to changes in health status.

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. Certification or additional training must meet the requirements for Meaningful use. BLS certification required. Active Medical Assistant certification such as: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) with proof of current membership from American Medical Technologists (AMT) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with proof of current membership from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) with proof of current membership from National Health Career Association (NHA) (Test administered after 7/1/2017 only) or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) with proof of current membership from National Certified Competency Testing (NCCT).
• Requires strong computer skills, including the ability to work with medical software. Requires exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Requires the ability to manage multiple changing priorities in an effective and organized fashion.
• Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC Behavioral, and 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. An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with office medical procedures and treatments and knowledge of insurance, managed care operations, EMR and scheduling software preferred.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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