Primary City/State:

　　Maricopa, Arizona

　　Department Name:

　　BHC-Maricopa General Peds-Clin

　　Work Shift:

　　Varied

　　Job Category:

　　Clinical Care

　　*This role comes with a $1,000 sign-on bonus for new hires!!*

　　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.

　　Bring your passion for patient care to Banner Maricopa Health Center where you will have the opportunity to work with a motivated team to care for children ages newborn to eighteen. Our Health Center is a very busy fast paced working environment where over a couple hundred patients visit us each day. We are looking for someone not only focused on patients as the number one goal but also a team player. A smile and greeting goes a long way in this position as you are a first impression.

　　As a Medical Assistant in Family Practice , you have the opportunity to apply your knowledge of previous family care experience. You'll work alongside other Medical Assistants ensure that patients get the services needed, while learning different routines and procedures. You will be able to take your passion to assist patients with vitals, rooming, call backs, etc. and help to make sure patients are receiving the best care possible.

　　Clinic Hours:

　　Hours M-Th 7AM-7PM and Friday 7AM-5PM, 8AM-1PM on Saturdays

　　Clinic Location:

　　17900 N Porter Rd, Maricopa, AZ 85138

　　** Saturdays are rotated with all staff so not every Saturday is expected. Each team member is expected to work a closing shift which is until 7PM each week. Schedule will vary depending on the provider needs; it could be 5/8’s or 4/10’s

　　At Banner Medical Group, you'll have the opportunity to perform a critical role in the community where you practice. Banner Medical Group provides both primary and specialty care throughout the communities in which Banner Health operates. We do this in a variety of settings - from smaller group practices like our Banner Health Clinics in Colorado and Wyoming, to large multi-specialty Banner Health Centers in the metropolitan Phoenix area. We currently have more than 1,000 physicians and more than 3,500 total employees in our group and are seeking others to enhance our ability to deliver our nonprofit mission of providing excellent patient care.

　　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

　　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.

　　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.

　　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.

　　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. Performs basic maintenance of equipment and coordinates needed maintenance for prompt repairs.

　　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.

　　This position will complete all necessary on-boarding/orientation activities, including simulation training, as needed or directed.

　　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 status.

　　Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Banner Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

　　NOTE: The core functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.

　　SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

　　DIRECTLY REPORTING

　　None

　　MATRIX OR INDIRECT REPORTING

　　None

　　TYPE OF SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

　　N/A

　　Banner Health Leadership will strive to uphold the mission, values, and purpose of the organization. They will serve as role models for staff and act in a people-centered, service excellence-focused, and results-oriented manner.

　　PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS

　　DP - Typical Direct Patient Care environment: (Nutrition Rep, Chaplain, RN)

　　Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently.

　　Possess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needs.

　　Needs adequate hearing and visual acuity, including adequate color vision.

　　Requires fine motor skills, adequate eye-hand coordination, and ability to grasp and handle objects.

　　Able to use proper body mechanics to assist patients in ambulating, transferring in and out of bed, chair or wheelchair.

　　May be required to lift up to 75 pounds.

　　Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluids.

　　Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone.

　　May require periodic use of personal computer.

　　MINIMUM 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. Certification or additional training must meet the requirements for Meaningful use. BLS certification required. 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).

　　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.

　　Employees working at Banner Scottsdale Sports Medicine, second floor must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　Experience 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.

　　DATE APPROVED 10/15/2023

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