Medical Assistant Family Practice
Company: Banner Health
Location: Glendale
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:Glendale, ArizonaDepartment Name: FP-New
River Trails-ClinicWork Shift: DayJob Category:Clinical Care$1,000
Sign-On Bonus!Great careers are built at Banner Health. We
understand that talented health care professionals appreciate
having options. We are proud to offer our team members many career
and lifestyle choices throughout our network of facilities. Apply
today, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. The providers
at New River Trails Family Practice are committed to providing
comprehensive care for patients and their family. Our goal is to
build lasting relationships with our patients and create
personalized care plans with an emphasis on prevention and
wellness.As a Medical Assistant on our team, we offer a
customer-focused and friendly work environment with career growth
opportunities. You'll have the opportunity to work directly with
patients and with an engaged group of physicians and staff. A
career with our team is great if you are just starting out or have
many years of experience. This opportunity is full-time, 40hrs wk.,
8hr shifts between 7am-7pm, Saturday rotation 8a-1pm every 8-10
weeks. If you are ready to be challenged, work in a positive
environment and contribute to making a change in people's lives,
then we are the perfect team for you, Apply Now to connect with one
of our recruiters. If selected, the recruiter will provide
eligibility criteria for the sign-on bonus POSITION SUMMARYThis
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.
Possible Restriction in Cerner- Can do everything but place orders,
prescription refill.CORE FUNCTIONS1. 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. Monitors inventory including medication,
immunizations (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. Follow any project within
scope established by PM or supervising MA.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 statusMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school
diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Knowledge as normally
obtained through graduation from an Accredited Medical Assisting
Program. Completion of an approved medical assistant training
program as defined by state regulations. An Uncertified Medical
Assistant will be placed in this position up to, but no more than
12 months from date of hire in order to obtain certification.
Certification must be completed from one of the following agencies:
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).
Certification for BLS is required. 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 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.
Employees working at Banner MD Anderson on the Banner University
Medical Center Phoenix campus must possess a State of Arizona
Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at
the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their
employment. This is a requirement of the Whole Family Counseling
Program held at this specific facility. PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONSExperience 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.
EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans Our organization supports a
drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy
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