What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Stillwater Medical?
Come join our team in Chandler and help take great care of our patients. This position will help with the front desk as well as medical assisting.
Wonder if you are the right fit? We are looking for someone who:
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multi-tasks well and maintains accuracy even when working at a fast pace
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is independent and self-directed while working as part of the care team
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is flexible and willing to go wherever needed
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is a rock-star communicator
Why choose Stillwater Medical?
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New wages in 2025!
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Excellent benefits
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Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work since 2012
Details:
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This position is full-time, 40 hours per week.
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The clinic is open on Monday-Thursday 8:00-5:00 & Friday 8:00-12:00
Come join our team!
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for providing clinical support services in a professional and courteous manner. Provides direct and indirect patient care in the office/clinic setting under the direction and supervision of a physician or advanced practice provider. Communicates effectively with physicians and other team members about patient’s clinical condition including patient symptoms and diagnostic study results. Consistently meets regulatory requirements and standards in addition to complying with SMC Physician Practice Management policies and procedures. Provides care and communication that meet the needs of each patient and family. Completes all patient documentation and charges accurately and timely. In some SMC clinics the MA may be required to coordinate and schedule patient appointments as well as accurately gather and document patient demographic information. Facilitates appropriate communication between back office and front office processes that contribute to successful clinic performance.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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High School Graduate or GED equivalent.
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Medical Assistant certification from an accredited program preferred.
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Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
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Previous demonstrated MA experience in the physician practice setting preferred.
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Understand the ethics of confidentiality and HIPAA regulatory requirements.
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Possess the ability to communicate well with employees, physicians, and general public.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Must have adequate perception of sounds or adequate hearing with corrections.
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Adequate vision, or correctable with glasses/contacts, to prepare reports and read written materials.
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Must have strength and stamina for prolonged walking, standing, and dealing with stressful situations.
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Able to hear, see, and feel to accurately assess, monitor, and administer care.
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Able to frequently lift at least 60 lbs., reach, pull, push, bend, stoop, and kneel.
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Possess fine motor skills and hand/eye coordination to give care (i.e.: insert catheters, administer medications, and handle instruments and operate equipment).
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Able to work in latex burdened environment.
