Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant (CMA) - FT
We are a solo-provider pediatric practice located in Ahwatukee and we are presently looking for a full-time Medical Assistant with at least a year of experience in either a pediatric or family practice setting.

Job Duties: Proficiency with administering pediatric immunizations is imperative, room patients, take vitals, enter patient data and chief complaint into EMR, hearing and vision screens, pulse oximetry, EKG's, ear lavage, circumcision & minor surgical assist, fill out referral forms, obtain prior authorizations and prescription refill calls. All patient care is under the direction of the physician and within the scope of a medical assistant.

• Cross-trains to perform patient access tasks, including taking messages and assisting the provider with returning phone calls to patients and pharmacies as appropriate.
• Directs patients to the exam/procedure rooms; assists in preparing patients for the examination. Notifies the provider of the patient’s arrival and readiness. Assists the provider with examinations and procedures.
• Operates and monitors the functioning of equipment and provides patient care according to policies and procedures.
• Recognizes emergency situations, seeks assistance, and intervenes appropriately. Monitors patient during and following procedures; looks for reactions and other visible complications; reacts to emergency situations; notifies the appropriate personnel in the event of an emergency.
• Ensures safe care to patients, adhering to policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, productivity, and accuracy of practice.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills, Knowledge, and Competencies

• Communication skills - able to communicate in a clear, articulate, and professional manner on a daily basis to solve problems as they arise.
• Interpersonal and Customer Relations skills – able to maintain a professional and courteous attitude with employees and third-party individuals at all times.
• Planning/Organizational skills - able to prioritize work activities, use time efficiently, and work through projects in a self-motivated manner.
• Adaptability – able to adapt to rapid changes in the work environment, manage competing demands, and able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

• Pediatrics
• Primary Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in giving immunizations to babies and children?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $18