Medical Assistant Lead

Posting Date 09/30/26 Application Deadline 10/04/26 Pay Range Anticipated Hiring Range: $19.00 - $21.56 hourly Full Pay Range: $19.00 - $29.25 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek. Job Type Contractor with Benefits Department Public Health About The Position The Medical Assistant Lead serves as a clinical and operational leader supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care in both public health clinics and mobile health settings. This role performs hands-on clinical duties, including patient intake, registration, phlebotomy, specimen collection and preparation, point-of-care testing, medication and vaccine administration, insurance verification, payment processing, and clinical documentation. The position also provides leadership in staff coordination, workflow management, quality improvement, and efficient clinic operations while supporting healthcare providers during patient encounters and care coordination activities. The Medical Assistant Lead ensures the Public Health Clinic and Mobile Health Unit are prepared and operating effectively and participates in community outreach and mobile clinic events that expand access to care for underserved populations. When the Mobile Health Unit is not in operation, this role supports Public Health Clinic operations to ensure continuity of care and service delivery. About Us Come work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPH’s mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on impact and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all. Proud to Offer Work with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementExceptional work-life balanceOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsChild care benefits, including access to the Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County familiesPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including an incentiveEnrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ We Require Two years of experience working in the medical field as a Medical Assistant, including experience using electronic medical records, experience with venipuncture, and administering vaccines or other injectionsCertificate of Completion as a Medical Assistant from an accredited Health Care Training ProgramHigh school diploma or GED We Also Value National Certification as a Medical AssistantAdministrative experience in a clinical setting with medical providersLead or supervisory experienceExperience managing the workflow in a medical office or mobile health clinicExperience in a medical setting, diagnosing and treating STDs or other communicable diseasesExperience developing and implementing workflow processes in a medical settingExperience performing quality assurance activities in a medical settingExperience working with State regulatory and licensing requirements for an Outpatient Treatment Center Job Contributions Prepares patients for appointments and facilitates efficient patient flow on the Mobile Health Unit and clinicsPerforms routine clinical duties, including vital signs, specimen collection, lab specimen preparation, phlebotomy, injections, Point of Care (POC) testing, and patient preparation for examinations and proceduresAssists providers with examinations, treatments, diagnostic testing, and procedures in accordance with established protocols and scope of practicePerforms, documents, and maintains quality control for Point of Care and lab testing equipment and procedures in compliance with regulatory standardsAccurately documents patient care, laboratory results, treatments, and services in electronic health record systems and other required documentation platformsRegisters patients for services, collects and processes insurance and payment information, prepares deposits, and maintains accurate financial and registration records in accordance with department proceduresEnsures the Mobile Health Unit, clinic, and examination areas are clean, stocked, organized, and equipped with necessary medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and outreach materialsAssists in supervising clinic operations, Mobile Health Unit operations, and outreach activities by monitoring workflow, providing direction to staff, and resolving operational or customer service concernsMaintains collaborative relationships with community partners, participates in outreach events serving high-risk and underserved populations, and assists with outreach planning and community engagement activitiesMaintains compliance with infection prevention, safety, confidentiality, and regulatory requirements related to healthcare servicesProvides clinical support services during regular clinic hours, assigned weekend and evening coverage, including travel to clinic and outreach sites throughout Maricopa County to support patient care services in community-based settings Working Conditions Position is typically office or administrative work and may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travelAbility to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly, and requires walking/standing to a significant degreeValid Arizona driver’s license is required upon hireMust be able to participate in emergency response training as scheduled and be available to respond as directed in the event of a public health emergency,Must secure and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card and complete a background checkWithin one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test Selection Procedure Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process. Apply Now!