Medical Assistant Certified, Outpatient

Northern Arizona Healthcare

. Assist providers, patients, and families to ensure smooth workflow and patient flow .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeFlagstaff • Arizona • United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient assessments, vital sign measurement, and clinical documentation while ensuring compliance with medical protocols and regulations. Capable of collaborating with healthcare teams to support patient care and education effectively.

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Medical Assistant CertificationBLS CertificationPatient AssessmentVital Sign MeasurementElectronic Medical Records Management

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Hard Skills

Patient AssessmentVital Sign MeasurementVenipuncturePoint-of-Care TestingClinical DocumentationInjections AdministrationMedical Record ReviewPatient EducationReferral CoordinationSafety Incident Reporting

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationOrganizational SkillsProblem-SolvingInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical RecordsBasic Software ProgramsMedical Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Medical Assistant CertificationBLS CertificationFingerprint Clearance Card

Industry Keywords

Patient CareHealthcare ComplianceClinical CompetenciesMedical AssistingPatient Flow Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist providers, patients, and families to ensure smooth workflow and patient flow
Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments under provider supervision
Review medical records and conduct pre-visit patient interviews
Document chief complaints and medical histories
Measure and record vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and pulse oximetry
Communicate patient concerns and significant health-status changes to providers
Administer injections under provider supervision
Perform venipuncture and capillary punctures as applicable
Process test results and communicate results to patients as directed
Perform point-of-care testing, including electrocardiograms and throat cultures
Assess needs for referrals and prescription renewals
Support provider care plans and patient education
Collaborate with care management teams and community agencies
Follow up with patients after hospital visits and for continuity of care
Prepare patients for examinations and assist with examinations, minor procedures, cast or splint applications, and other clinical tasks
Answer, evaluate, and prioritize telephone calls and return messages
Complete pre-visit reviews and maintain electronic medical records
Coordinate referrals, appointments, tests, treatments, and routine treatment instructions
Prepare and maintain clinical documentation, supplies, and equipment
Clean and sterilize equipment, instruments, and work areas
Report safety incidents and perform work safely
Complete required training and maintain certifications and licenses

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED - Required
Medical Assistant Diploma from an accredited Medical Assisting program or college
Provide a valid and active Medical Assistant Certification from AAMA (CMA), AMT (RMA), NCCT (NCMA), or NHA (CCMA), required within 90 days of hire
BLS (American Heart Association), required within 90 days of hire
Fingerprint Clearance Card application number, required upon hire
Fingerprint Clearance Card, required within 90 days of hire
Maintain appropriate clinical competencies for assigned roles
One year related job experience - Preferred
Understanding of computers and competence using computers and basic software programs
Ability to work on site only
Compliance with applicable state and federal regulations and company policies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Regular full-time position at 40 hours per week
Professional/collegial interactions with peers and students
Required job-specific training and company mandatory modules
Employee clinical competency development
Patient-care clinical experience and professional development opportunities