Medical Assistant - PCP

Position Details

Department: PCP | Gilbert
Category: Medical Assistants
Location: Gilbert
Employee Type: Regular
Posting #: 616182
Posted On: 9/7/2021

Position Summary

Posting Note: As a Medical Assistant, you will provide back-office duties working with a team of 6-8 providers and the Medical Assistants. You will be comfortable working with sick children and their parents, visiting the clinic. You must be comfortable providing vaccinations, charting, rooming the patient, and working with COVID procedures to ensure the safety of all in the clinic. Less than 10% of the time, you may be asked to assist another provider in a nearby clinic if urgent requests arise. This is a fast-paced environment where we see on average 100+ patients daily. Bring your enthusiasm, compassion for children, tenacity and multi-tasking skills to this job! Schedule: M-F 8:00- 5:00 Location:2550 East Guadalupe R. Suite 115, Gilbert, AZ 85234 Requirements: Previous experience working with children preferred with at least one year of MA experience, strong work ethic and organization skills. Medical Assistant Diploma required ( 2 openings) -

This position works under the direction of a licensed health care professional and performs various clinical and administrative tasks for the assigned area.

Position Duties

  1. As directed by a physician, performs or assists with procedures such as electrocardiogram, pulmonary function, suture and staple removal, dressing changes, and others.
  2. Collects laboratory specimens (including blood specimens), performs point of care testing, and disposes of bio-hazardous materials.
  3. Demonstrates infection control standards related to hand washing and standard precautions.
  4. Prepares and administers medications, communicates telephone prescriptions to pharmacies, and processes medication refills as directed by a physician.
  5. Prepares and instructs patients about examinations, diagnostic tests, medications, special diets, and health maintenance.
  6. Records and communicates patient related information, including vital signs, growth parameters, medical histories, signs, and symptoms, to the physician or licensed health care provider.
  7. Removes sutures and changes dressings.
  8. Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

  • Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
  • Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
  • Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
  • Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families
Values
  • We place children and families at the center of all we do
  • We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
  • We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
  • We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
  • We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable
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