Urgent Care Medical Assistant

Banner Health; Tempe, Northern (AZ, KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health in Tempe, AZ is seeking an urgent care Medical Assistant to support clinicians and nursing staff in delivering timely patient care across Zone 3 clinics.

This full-time role requires certification, strong computer skills, and the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment, with hours including weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent working knowledge.
• Completion of an approved medical assistant training program as defined by state regulations.
• Active Medical Assistant Certification is required.
• BLS certification required.
• Requires strong computer skills and ability to work with medical software.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for exams and treatments and record vital signs and chief complaints.
• Assist providers with exams and minor in-office procedures and EKGs.
• Coordinate pre-certifications, referrals, and scheduling of tests and treatments.
• Provide clerical support and ensure accurate billing information.
• Maintain a clean and safe clinical environment and handle supplies.
• Administer medications as directed and manage appropriate documentation.
• Develop effective communication with patients and staff.
• Participate in onboarding and orientation activities as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Computer skills

Multitasking / prioritization

Patient care coordination

Education

High school diploma / GED

Medical assistant training program

Tools

EMR software

Scheduling software

Medical software

Job description

## Urgent Care Medical AssistantApplylocations: Banner Urgent Care (3141 S McClintock Dr, Suite 1)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R4449995**Primary City/State:**Tempe, Arizona**Department Name:**McClintock & Southern-Urg Care**Work Shift:**Varied**Job Category:**Clinical CareGreat careers are built at Banner Health. Our medical imaging and radiology team members play a key role in excellent patient care. If you like the idea of making a positive change in people’s lives – apply today.Banner Urgent Care offers a customer-focused team that provides a comprehensive range of Urgent Care and Occupational Health services in a friendly work environment. As a **Radiologic Technologist** or **PTR** you will work alongside a passionate team of Providers, Medical Assistants and Techs to help ensure our patients receive exceptional care **floating throughout** the clinics in **Zone 3.****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 & ElliotWarner & CooperDobson & GuadalupeRural & ElliotMcClintock & SouthernRural & GuadalupeDiscover 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.