Medical Assistant

Primary City/State:

Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name:

BUMCP Multispecialty Clinic

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Good health care is key to a good life. At Banner Health, we understand that, and that’s why we work hard every day to make a difference in people’s lives. Do you like the idea of making a positive change in people’s lives – and your own? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

As a Medical Assistant on this team, you will be an integral part of the patient's Banner experience looking to provide each person with the best customer service and patient care. When assisting patients directly, you will be rooming patients, taking vitals, assisting with procedures, and updating patient electronic medical records accurately and timely. When not providing direct patient care, you may also provide additional support to our office/administrative staff throughout the clinic. This could include answering phones, checking in patients, scheduling appointments, following up with referrals, ordering supplies, stocking rooms, etc.

Uncertified Medical Assistants will be considered and will have 12 months to become nationally certified once employment begins. Uncertified Medical Assistants will have access to Medical Assistant certification study material and Banner will pay for the cost of certification. A passing score would result in a pay increase due to an MA’s newly certified status. Banner is also committed to your future and invested in furthering your education. Medical Assistants have the opportunity to move up the Medical Assistant career ladder or sign up for tuition assistance to further advance their career. From PTR, to RN, there are endless opportunities at Banner Health. Ask your recruiter for additional details to learn more.

All BUMG Medical Assistants must either come in nationally certified or be able to obtain national certification within 12 months of employment. Certification must be completed from one of the following agencies: AMT, AAMA, NHA, or NCCT. BLS is also required.

Here is a listing of the BUMG-Phoenix, Banner Sports Medicine Scottsdale, and Arcadia clinics that may be hiring for qualified Medical Assistants:

Ortho/Sports Medicine Institute

Rheumatology Clinic

Neuroscience Institute

Diabetes and Endocrine Clinic

Family Medicine Clinic

Bariatric Clinic

Lung Institute

Heart Institute

Digestive Health

Toxicology

Internal Medicine

Behavioral Health

Infectious Disease

Rheumatology

Endoscopy

Musculoskeletal

Concussion Clinic

Integrated Surgery

Urology

Oral Maxillofacial Surgery

Heart Failure Clinic

Wound Care Clinic

Advanced Liver Disease Clinic

Trauma Services

Adult Sickle Cell Clinic

While the start and end times can vary slightly, most of the shifts are full time (40 hours/week), day shift positions: Monday-Friday 8A-5P being the most common. Benefits package is offered for full time employment.

PLUS $80 ALLOWANCE FOR SCRUBS INCLUDED!!

Also may be available: Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health.

As a valued and respected BSS Staffing Services team member, you will enjoy:

• Competitive wages
• Paid orientation
• Flexible Schedules (select positions)
• Fewer Shifts Cancelled
• Weekly pay
• 403(b) Pre-tax retirement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee wellness program
• Discount Entertainment tickets
• Restaurant/Shopping discounts
• Auto Purchase Plan

Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered. Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background check (includes employment, criminal and education) is required. Must have availability to work Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, at least 2 shifts per calendar month, with no weekends or holidays.

University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics and has operations in multiple locations spanning across the Phoenix metropolitan city.

POSITION SUMMARY
This 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.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. 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 performin

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Posted Date: 11/21/2024