Medical Assistant - Mobile Clinic

Medical Assistant Position

LOCATION: WICKENBURG, AZ

Wickenburg Community Hospital is a beautiful and sophisticated rural-access hospital located in Wickenburg, Arizona. WCH is a 8-bed Emergency Department, 19-bed Acute department and many ancillary services. We also have 3 Primary Care Clinics. Here at WCH, we strive to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and care. Join us today and let us be part of your success story.

We offer:

• Full Benefits
• PTO/Sick Leave
• Wellness Benefits
• $3,000.00 Medical Assistant Sign-On Bonus

Wickenburg Community Hospital is a non-profit organization and qualifies for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

General Description

Our Medical Assistants (MA) are integral to our clinic and are responsible for assisting Providers with medical treatment of patients within a patient-centered philosophy. The MA will assist with the daily functions of the Mobile Clinic.

Essential Job Duties

• Assist with driving Mobile Unit to and from designated locations.
• Experience driving large rigs: Trucks, RVs, or other large vehicles. CDL is not required.
• Maintains a valid Arizona Driver's License. Must have and maintain a clean driving record.
• Greets patients in a friendly and professional manner.
• Assist with patient registration process: collecting and verifying patient information, including personal, medical & insurance information.
• Take vital signs
• Documentation in EHR, past medical history, social history, surgical history, immunizations, and update medications
• Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA guidelines.
• Prepare patient for exam
• Administer medication/injection, maintain patient's confidentiality
• Assist providers as needed
• Conduct Point of Care lab tests/Nurse visits when appropriate (influenza, Covid, Glucose, INR and UA dips.)
• Conduct quality control checks of machines and kits as directed
• Verify lab orders/ requisitions
• Check patients out & schedule follow up appointments
• Clean and restock of patient exam rooms throughout the day
• Create needed supply and or medication order lists
• Oversee inventory of medical supplies and equipment
• Open and close the mobile clinic as necessary

Other (Non- Essential) Duties

• Other duties as directed by Medical Practice Manager

Minimum Qualifications

• Medical Assistant with the intent to become a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) within 90 days of hire
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Function in a team environment with courteous, compassionate and respectful treatment of patients and other team members
• Good organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of recent experience working in a provider's office

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, squatting; must be able to stand/walk for most of the workday; must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to work paying close attention to detail with frequent interruptions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment