Medical Assistant

Posting Date
07/02/26

Application Deadline
07/17/26

Pay Range
$19.00 - $29.25 hourly

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Check out our shift differential pay in addition to our base wage:
• An additional $1.25 per hour for hours worked between 3:00pm - 11:00pm
• An additional $2.00 per hour for hours worked between 11:00pm - 7:00am

Job Type
Unclassified

Department
Correctional Health

About the Position

If you are enthusiastic about helping others and have compassion for those in need of medical care, consider joining our incredible team and embrace your passions! As a member of our team, you will be integral to fulfilling our mission of providing medically necessary, evidence-based, and integrated health care to patients going through the judicial system. We are engaged, lifelong learners who believe in a culture of collaboration, communication, and a team approach to quality patient care. This is a unique environment for learning and implementing a diverse set of medical skills.

On-The-Spot Hiring Event
The Maricopa County Correctional Health Services Department is hosting an in-person hiring event on Thursday, July 16, from 2pm - 6pm ! Join us at Maricopa County Sheriff's Training Center located at 2627 S. 35th Ave, Phoenix, AZ Bring your resume, walk in, and walk out with a new career at Maricopa County!

About Us

Correctional Health Services (CHS) is an industry-leading healthcare organization for the incarcerated population, providing medical, dental, mental health, psychiatric care, and substance abuse treatment (i.e., Medication Assisted Treatment, and Opioid Treatment Program). Our department's culture promotes collaboration, continuous training, and flexibility. We challenge our team to spearhead initiatives, break down barriers, and advance their expertise.

Proud to Offer

• Join a dynamic and diverse team
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Work with a wide array of tools and technologies
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families
• Paid vacation, sick time, and paid parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Employee discounts for goods and services
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires an 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
• Want to learn more about the County's Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

• Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion from an accredited healthcare training program
• High school diploma or GED

We Also Value

• Experience with electronic health records
• Experience performing front and back office Medical Assistant duties, including phlebotomy, venipuncture, patient vitals, and EKGs
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification from the American Medical Technologists

Job Contributions

• Perform duties within the medical assistant scope of practice to ensure quality patient care
• Complete required documentation in the electronic health record or other modality
• Verify dental, behavioral, and medical health information with outside healthcare organizations
• Conduct office duties, including copying, filing, scanning, scheduling, and document preparation
• Respond to and direct clinical calls effectively and professionally in-person, telephonically, and online
• Maintain confidentiality of all information in all communication and interactions

Working Conditions

• Most work is performed in a clinical environment, indoors in a confined area
• Ability to work extended hours and overtime may be required
• Ability to transport medical equipment and lift patients
• Ability to get on the floor to perform CPR/chest compressions, push medical equipment, climb stairs, and lift patients on a gurney that may weigh up to 35 pounds
• Will be assigned to various clinical locations in the Phoenix area within a 5-mile radius

Selection Procedure

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact View email address on click.appcast.io to initiate the interactive process.

Apply Now!