Medical Assistant

Maricopa County

. Perform duties within the medical assistant scope of practice under direct supervision of a physician, mid-level provider, or Nurse Manager .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesJunior💰 $19 - $29 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in medical assisting, including front- and back-office duties, patient care, and emergency response. Holds relevant certifications and maintains compliance with healthcare regulations while effectively communicating with a diverse patient population.

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Medical Assistant CertificateRegistered Medical Assistant (RMA)Electronic Health Records (EHR)VenipunctureCPR and First Aid Certification

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Hard Skills

PhlebotomyPatient VitalsEKGsDocumentationOffice Duties

Soft Skills

CommunicationConfidentialityCultural CompetenceHigh-Volume Work Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Medical Assistant Certificate of CompletionRegistered Medical Assistant (RMA)CPR CertificationFirst Aid Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareJudicial SystemHealthcare OrganizationsEmergency ResponseClinical Locations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform duties within the medical assistant scope of practice under direct supervision of a physician, mid-level provider, or Nurse Manager
Ensure quality patient care for patients going through the judicial system
Complete required documentation in the electronic health record or other modality
Verify dental, behavioral, and medical health information with outside healthcare organizations
Conduct office duties including copying, filing, scanning, scheduling, and document preparation
Respond to and direct clinical calls in person, by telephone, and online
Maintain confidentiality in all communications and interactions
Travel or float to various clinical locations within a 5-mile radius
Respond to emergencies and perform required physical duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

One year of experience as a medical assistant performing front- and back-office duties
Experience with venipuncture, electronic health records, phlebotomy, patient vitals, and EKGs
Medical Assistant Certificate of Completion from an accredited healthcare training program
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification from the American Medical Technologists
High school diploma or GED
Ability to work inside a jail and stand, walk, and bend for extended periods
Ability to handle high-volume work and communicate with a culturally diverse patient population
Ability to work day or night shifts, including weekends and holidays
Ability to travel or float to various clinical locations within a 5-mile radius
Ability to respond to emergencies
Must maintain CPR and First Aid certification and perform CPR/chest compressions, push medical equipment, climb stairs, and lift patients on a gurney
Must pass a fingerprint background check and maintain MCSO jail access
Must pass pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation and applicable drug and alcohol testing

Benefits

Comp & perks

Join a dynamic and diverse team
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Work with a wide array of tools and technologies
Exceptional work-life balance
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to the on-site Maricopa County Kids Club
Paid vacation, sick time, and paid parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
Employee discounts for goods and services
Arizona State Retirement System defined retirement benefit with an 11.98% per-paycheck contribution rate and 100% employer match on Day 1
Shift differential pay: $1.25 per hour for 3:00pm–11:00pm and $2.00 per hour for 11:00pm–7:00am
Overtime compensation for hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek