Medical Assistant

About This Role

Perform clinical duties under the direction of a physician, ensuring supplies and equipment are available for efficient patient care. This role involves direct patient contact, requiring a friendly and professional attitude.

Responsibilities

• Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in medical records
• Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height
• Accompany patients to exam rooms and assist with walking, transfers, dressing, and preparation for the physician
• Provide personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to patients and coworkers
• Document and record information in written or electronic form, including using electronic medical records
• Communicate with supervisors, peers, patients, and physicians via telephone, written messages, email, or in person
• Clean according to scheduled maintenance, manage inventory, assist with ordering supplies, and restock treatment and exam rooms
• Monitor and track prescription eRX and refill requests
• Prepare treatment rooms, set up instruments and equipment according to department protocol
• Fill out lab requisitions for pathology and coordinate pick-up with labs
• Send orders for labs, imaging, referrals, or medications to appropriate facilities as ordered by provider
• Schedule STAT requests for patients with insurance prior authorization when necessary
• Monitor biohazard and sharps daily according to OSHA guidelines
• Restock, manage, and check expiration dates for all supplies
• Answer clinical phone calls and return all messages before daily deadlines
• Comply with all AZCCC policies and procedures and maintain strict confidentiality

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of a medical assistant program
• Computer experience with EMR knowledge
• Professional appearance
• Strong medical terminology
• Excellent phone etiquette and customer service skills
• Excellent work ethic including integrity, positive attitude, productivity, organization, and respect for leadership
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a detail-oriented, fast-paced setting
• Medical assistant certification
• Valid CPR certification

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, with successful completion of a medical assistant program

Skills

* Required skills

Certifications