Medical Assistant I and II

Medical Assistant PositionsYavapai County Community Health Services is seeking candidates for both Medical Assistant I and Medical Assistant II positions at our various clinic locations, including Prescott, Prescott Valley, Cottonwood, and Ash Fork to support our mission of providing high-quality, patient-centered services in primary care, reproductive health, and pediatrics.These full-time positions offer a consistent Monday through Friday day shift schedule, providing excellent work-life balance with no weekend commitment.We offer an outstanding benefits package that includes FREE medical, dental, vision and life insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, TEN Paid Holidays, ASRS retirement and 457 savings plans, tuition reimbursement, CALM subscription, and much more!Ideal candidates will possess a current Medical Assistant certification from an accredited training program and demonstrate a strong foundation in clinical and administrative skills. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is preferred to better serve our diverse patient population. Prior experience in a community health or outpatient setting in primary care, reproductive health, and/or pediatrics is also preferred, along with a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care.Salary Range for Medical Assistant I is $19.84 to $30.75 per hourSalary Range for Medical Assistant II is $22.97 to $35.59 per hourReview complete class specification for Medical Assistant I here. Review complete class specification for Medical Assistant II here. Major Duties, ResponsibilitiesMedical Assistant I:Optimizes clinic workflow including escorting patients to exam room, carrying out patient history interviews, taking and recording vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, providing patient information/instructions, and exiting patients.Conveys clinical information to patients on behalf of the provider after receiving specific instructions in areas such as taking medications, special diets, prescription refills, and laboratory tests.Organizes and maintains clinic exam rooms and workspace including restocking supplies in patient rooms, maintaining inventory and sterilizing instruments.Performs basic in-house laboratory tests including finger stick glucose or hemoglobin, dip stick urinalysis, rapid test for strep infections, and electrocardiograms.Administers medication and treatment (excluding injections) to patients as directed by the provider.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.Medical Assistant II:Collects, documents, and prepares patient and associated health information for meeting with the healthcare provider including rooming and exiting protocols.Triages patient inquiries for medical issues and questions for healthcare providers. Completes and submits appropriate forms for prior authorization of medications prescribed by the health care provider.Conveys clinical information to patients on behalf of the provider after receiving specific instructions in areas such as taking medications, special diets, and laboratory tests.Performs basic in-house laboratory tests including finger stick glucose, hemoglobin A1C, dipstick urinalysis, rapid test for strep infections, and venipunctures. Assures quality assurance in the CLIA-waived clinic laboratory.Stocks, supplies, and sanitizes rooms after visits. Assists with monthly inventory ordering and organization of supplies.Administers medication, immunizations, and treatment to patients as directed by the health care provider.Assists with training back-office staff.Performs other job-related duties as assigned.