Cardiology Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

This position will support our new Scottsdale Cardiology practice opening in October 2025. Training and work prior to opening will be at Banner University Medicine Heart Institute, 755 E McDowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85006.

Location: Banner Cardiology - 7400 N Dobson Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85256

Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-5:00PM

As a Medical Assistant on our team, you'll join a team that offers a customer-focused team in a friendly work environment and career growth opportunities. You'll work alongside healthcare professionals dedicated to providing an excellent patient experience. When providing hands on care, you'll room patients, obtain vitals, triage. When not providing hands on care, you'll perform non-clinical duties.

POSITION SUMMARY

This 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 FUNCTIONS

• Prepares 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 which could include taking patients' blood pressure, documenting respiration and heart rate/pulse, taking temperature, as well as performing phlebotomies, ear irrigation and EKG's. Acts as chaperon as needed.
• 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. Responsible for communicating test results to patient.
• Provides clerical support with patient/client notifications and documentation to include but not limited to complete medical records including labs, authorizations, X-Rays, hospital records and any previous care pertaining to each patient visit.
• 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.
• Completes all necessary on-boarding/orientation activities, including simulation training, as needed or directed.
• Works under the direct supervision of the providers.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High 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.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong computer skills, including the ability to work with medical software.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple changing priorities in an effective and organized fashion.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with office medical procedures and treatments.
• Knowledge of insurance, managed care operations, EMR and scheduling software.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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