Urgent Care Medical Assistant

Banner Health Urgent Care Medical AssistantBanner Health Urgent Care is looking for a Medical Assistant to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona. This position plays a key role in the functioning of the clinic by assisting healthcare providers with clinical procedures, patient assessments, and administrative duties.The ideal candidate will demonstrate flexibility and professionalism while providing compassionate care in a fast-paced environment. The incumbent will be required to float to other Banner Health Urgent Care clinics within the surrounding area based on operational needs.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.Core FunctionsPrepares 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.Assists providers with exams and minor in-office procedures.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.Provides clerical support with patient/client notifications and documentation.Maintains a clean, functional environment including cleaning and disinfection of equipment, exam rooms and storage areas.Orders supplies as directed, stocks patient care areas. Medication ordering and tasks related to all medications.Develops and maintains effective communication mechanism with all external and internal customers.Minimum QualificationsHigh 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. 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.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.