Medical Assistant - Heart Transplant- MA

The medical assistant performs assigned tasks of direct and indirect care in the ambulatory setting to meet the care needs of patients under the direct supervision of a physician (medical acts) or assigned supervisor. The medical assistant participates as a member of the health care team and accepts appropriate delegation from the RN or physician in meeting needs of the patient/family. The medical assistant performs assigned tasks in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization and principles of relationship-based care. The medical assistant carries out designated activities that are within those functions limited by law to unlicensed health care personnel.

Arizona: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Graduate from a Medical Assistant diploma or associate degree program. Active Medical Assistant certification (CMA), or registration (RMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) is required. 

• Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). 
• Experience working in a team environment. 
• Computer proficiency required, including prior experience with electronic medical record systems. 
• Ability to work daytime hours, flexibility may be required to meet staffing needs. 
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.  
• Hours may vary.
• Heart Transplant MA position includes both patient facing and administrative responsibilities.