Medical Assistant Family Practice

Job Summary

The Gilbert Health Center seeks a Medical Assistant to assist clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care, implementing and evaluating direct patient care. This position requires specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide an excellent patient experience.

Core Functions

• 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.
• Affords assistance to 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 a 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.
• Captures and communicates 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Orders supplies as directed, stocks patient care areas.
• Medication ordering and tasks related to all medications (e.g. expired medications/equipment and recalls).
• Develops and maintains effective communication mechanism with all external and internal customers.
• Exemplifies service orientation and the team concept in all contacts.

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.
• Experience with office medical procedures and treatments and knowledge of insurance, managed care operations, EMR and scheduling software preferred.

Benefits

The Gilbert Health Center offers a chance to work directly with our patients and with an engaged group of physicians and staff. The Gilbert Health Center is looking for people that want to challenge themselves, give ideas to make positive changes in our patient lives, and want a positive work environment built on communication and trust.

Pay

$2,000 Sign-On-Bonus for Medical Assistants

Schedule

Shift: Monday: 6:30am-5pm, Tuesday: 6:30am-5pm, Wed: 7:30am-6pm, Thurs: OFF, Fri: 6:30am-5pm , Sat 8AM-1PM (1 Saturday/month)

Location

Location: Gilbert Health Clinic - 155 E Warner Rd Gilbert AZ