Certified Medical Assistant (Float) - Ambulatory

Job description

Under the clinical direction of the Physician, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant and under the operational direction of the Federally Qualified Health Center Look-Alike (FQHC LAL)/Comprehensive Health Center (CHC) Clinic Manager, this position provides professional, skilled, age-specific care for patients in collaboration with all disciplines. This position demonstrates the professional skills and behaviors to promote comprehensive, cost-effective, and meaningful healthcare for consumers in a diverse healthcare environment. Performs patient care, secretarial and technical related services for the neonate through geriatric patient population in both the back and front office.
Hourly Pay Range: $29.00
This is a POOL position.
Qualifications
Education:
• A High School Diploma or GED is preferred.
• Requires graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants or Valleywise Health approved course.

Experience:
• Prefer at least one (1) year of relevant related experience, preferably in a clinic setting.

Certification/Licensure:
• Requires certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through the American Medical Technologists (AMT) or
• ertified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through the National Health Career Association (NHA).
• A BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center is required at the time of hire.
• Must have a valid fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety or submit a completed Affidavit at the time of hire. Must complete fingerprint clearance card application within seven (7) days of hire date. Must present actual card within 90 days of applying for a fingerprint clearance card.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
• Bilingual is preferred.
• Must have the ability to work with culturally diverse people.
• Requires excellent communication, time management, and customer service skills.