Medical Assistant - Urology

Job Summary

Perform clinical duties under the direction of a physician. This individual ensures that supplies and equipment are available to facilitate efficient, effective care. It is important that a friendly, caring, courteous, and professional attitude is displayed at all times as this person has front-line contact with patients and families.

Duties and responsibilities

Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records

Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, setting up instruments and equipment according to department protocol, cleaning exam procedure rooms, instruments and equipment between patient visits to maintain infection control

Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height

Accompanying patients to the appropriate exam room; assisting patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing, and prepare them for the physician

Assisting and Caring for Others — providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients

Documenting/Recording Information — entering, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic form

Getting Information — observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, Patients, and Physicians — providing accurate messages/instructions by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person

Interacting with Computers — Using computers and electronic medical records to enter data, or process information

Cleaning according to scheduled maintenance program and keeping appropriate records; managing inventory of supplies; assisting with the ordering of patient care supplies, restocking treatment rooms, exam rooms, and procedure room.

Monitor and track prescription sent as eRX and refill requests

Set up for in office procedures and assisting in procedure

Sterile trays with appropriate instruments and medical supplies

Fill out lab requisition for pathology and call for pick up at lab where patients insurance is accepted

Sending order for labs, CT, referrals or Meds to appropriate facilities when ordered by provider

When providers order STAT requests: calling and scheduling for the patient before they leave our office. If we need to request prior AUTH, then calling insurances to ensure patient is taken care of

Monitor bio-hazard and sharps daily according to OSHA

Sterilize according to strict instructions of cleaning solution, clean, air dry and package instruments while wearing sterile gloves

Restock and manage all supplies in rooms and overstock areas

Help with reorders and manage medical supplies every quarter for all three clinics

Answers clinical phone calls

Checks phone messages hourly and return all calls before lunch, mid afternoon, and prior to leaving for the day

Complies with all AZCCC policies and procedures

Maintains strict confidentiality related to medical records and other data.

Works shifts as assigned. Scheduled shifts/locations will rotate according to clinic needs.

Performs other duties as directed by supervisor, physician assistant(s), physician (s), and practice manager

Works within scope of practice of an Medical Assistant

Qualifications/Education Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required

Successful completion of a medical assistant or emergency medical technician program

Computer experience with EMR knowledge

Professional appearance

Strong medical terminology

Must demonstrate excellent phone etiquette and exceptional customer service skills

Excellent work ethic, including integrity, positive attitude, productive, organized, treats leadership with respect, excellent attendance, continuously learning and willing to ask for help

Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a detail oriented, fast-paced setting

Licensure/Certification

Medical assistant or emergency medical technician certification

Valid CPR certification

Working conditions/ Physical requirements

Medical office setting

Moderate noise levels from medical setting and equipment

Standing for long periods of time

Ability to see details at close range

Ability to listen and understand information through spoken words and sentences

Ability to read and understand information in writing

Ability to communicate information in speaking so others will understand

Daily uses of hands to type, file, and write/sign documents

Minimum lifting requirements of 25 pounds in order to transfer equipment, help patients with positioning, and pack/unpack supplies

Frequent bending, twisting, and position changes in order to assist patients

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Employees are required to wear a mask at all times.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sun City, AZ 85351: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Which EMR systems have you used?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Medical Assistant: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $18