Medical Assistant Family Medicine and Internal Medicine Clinics
Company: Banner Health
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: May 3, 2024
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:Phoenix, ArizonaDepartment Name: Family
Practice-ClncWork Shift: DayJob Category:Clinical Care$1000 SIGN ON
BONUS! - 1 Year Commitment RequiredPLUS $80 ALLOWANCE FOR SCRUBS
INCLUDED!!The academic medicine difference. At the center of Banner
- University Medicine is patient care, research, and teaching. Join
a nationally recognized health care leader and experience the
future of medicine today.Banner - University Medicine Family
Medicine Clinic takes pride in the excellent care patients receive
by combining academic training with faculty physicians. The
Center's care includes pediatrics, adolescents, adults,
obstetrics/gynecology and geriatrics. We provide preventive care
and manage chronic diseases. Family-centered maternity care is
unique to our practice. We provide prenatal care, delivery, and
newborn care for your baby. The office features 22 exam rooms with
specialty areas for colposcopy, IUD insertions and removals,
circumcision, skin procedures, joint injections, osteopathic
manipulation, toenail removals and counseling. Banner - University
Medicine Internal Medicine Clinic is also a Patient Centered
Medical Home Care model which is model for care provided by
physicians that seek to strengthen the physician-patient
relationship by replacing episodic care based on illnesses and
patient complaints with coordinated care and a long-term healing
relationship. Our clinic was recently awarded one of Banner's Best
of the Best awards. Among the many services offered are, routine
physicals, well women exams, chronic disease management, minor
in-office procedures and diabetes management including a Diabetic
Program run by a dietitian and a geriatrician. -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.This is a full time (40 hours/week), day shift position:
Monday - Friday 8:00A-5:00 working in a float position between
family medicine and internal medicine clinics, both locations in
1300 N. 12th St building. Great opportunity for growth with the
system.Banner Health has been recognized by Becker's Healthcare as
one of the 150 top places to work in health care. In addition, we
recently made Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Workplaces 2023
for Diversity.These recognitions reflect Banner Health's investment
in team members' professional development, wellness benefits, and
continued education. It highlights our commitment to advocating for
diversity in the workplace, promoting work-life balance, and
boosting employee engagementUniversity Medical Center Phoenix PBCs
Banner - 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, a number of 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 with a new $400 million campus investment, a new patient tower
and 2 new clinic buildings will be built.POSITION SUMMARYThis
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.
Possible Restriction in Cerner- Can do everything but place orders,
prescription refill.CORE FUNCTIONS1. 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 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.3. 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.4. 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.5.
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.6. Monitors inventory including medication,
immunizations (e.g. expired medications/equipment and recalls).7.
Develops and maintains effective communication mechanism with all
external and internal customers. Exemplifies service orientation
and the team concept in all contacts. Follow any project within
scope established by PM or supervising MA.8. This position will
complete all necessary on-boarding/orientation activities,
including simulation training, as needed or directed.9. 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 statusMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh school
diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Knowledge as normally
obtained through graduation from an Accredited Medical Assisting
Program. Completion of an approved medical assistant training
program as defined by state regulations. -An Uncertified Medical
Assistant will be placed in this position up to, but no more than
12 months from date of hire in order to obtain certification.
Certification must be completed from one of the following agencies:
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).Certification for BLS is required.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
QUALIFICATIONSExperience 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.EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/VeteransOur organization
supports a drug-free work environment.Privacy Policy
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