Posting Date08/30/24Application Deadline09/04/24Pay RangeHiring Pay Range: $18.50 - $20.88 hourlyFull Range: $18.50 - $28.00 hourlySalary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.Job TypeUnclassifiedDepartmentPublic HealthAbout the PositionThe Medical Assistant - STD and Refugee Clinics supports Clinicians in the Clinical Services Division by providing basic health care services such as preparing patient rooms, performing venipuncture, administering immunizations, and taking patient history to prepare the patients for evaluation by the Clinician in order to help prevent the spread of communicable diseases.The Clinical Services Division protects and promotes the health of Maricopa County residents by working to prevent the spread of communicable diseases through education, prevention and treatment. We take pride in providing high quality health care and exceptional customer service through direct patient care, supportive services, and field and surveillance activities. We actively pursue excellence in a dynamic, forward-moving and fast-paced environment.About UsCome work for Maricopa County Department of Public Health, the 3rd largest health jurisdiction in the U.S.! MCDPH's mission is to increase the quality of life for our residents by collaborating with the community to develop and implement strategies, programs, and services addressing the emerging and changing needs of public health. We aim to serve Maricopa County residents with a focus on health equity and a data-driven approach to our work. We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent. Together, we are working towards our vision of creating a healthy, thriving Maricopa County for all.Proud to OfferWork with a greater purposeGrowth and stability since 1871Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyExceptional work-life balanceLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program with $60 monthly medical premium discountsEmployee discounts for goods and servicesMaricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe RequireOne year of experience working in the medical field as a Medical Assistant, including venipuncture experience and experience administering vaccines or other injectionsExperience in the use of electronic medical recordsMedical Assistant Certificate of Completion from an accredited healthcare training programHigh school diploma or GEDWe Also ValueNational Certification as a Medical AssistantBilingual skills in English/SpanishJob ContributionsPrepares patients for their appointments by accompanying them to the examining room and facilitates the patient flow through the practice of anticipating patient and provider needsEnsures exam rooms are clean, stocked and appropriately set up each day prior to rooming patientsPerforms routine medical tasks of drawing blood, administering injections, and preparing patients for examinations and treatmentAssists the provider with examinations of patient and administering/ordering diagnostic tests, procedures and treatment. Provides basic patient care as directed by provider and as allowed by license, certification or registrationDocuments patient care using electronic or other medical records systems and computer applications in accordance with regulatory requirements, quality initiatives, policies and proceduresAssists in patient education by providing informational handouts, an after visit summary, and/or treatment plan summary as instructed by the ClinicianReceives and records lab test results via telephone or computer and ensures that those results and related reports are with the patient's medical record at the time of patient's visitWorking ConditionsWork is performed in a clinical settingTravel may be required to attend conferences, training, and possibly varying work locations as assigned by the Administrative Supervisor, Program Supervisor, Division Administrator, or Medical Director, subject to County policies regarding the use of a private or County vehicle on County business.Must be able to participate in emergency response training as scheduled and be available to respond as directed in the event of a public health emergencyWithin one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis testSelection ProcedureOnly the most qualified candidates will be consideredConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.Apply Now!
