Medical Assistant - Cert Contingent

This role works under the direction of a licensed health care professional and performs various clinical and administrative tasks for the assigned area. The Medical Assistant is expected to carry out the mission, vision, and values of Phoenix Children's. A continuous exhibition of professionalism, strong ethical conduct, and integrity must be carried out at all times. Interdepartmental collaboration, high standards of work performance, keeping a positive attitude and adhering to the policies and procedures of Phoenix Children's is essential. This position requires current and continuous certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA) or American Medical Technologists (RMA) in the field of Medical Assisting or the ability to acquire within 90 days of hire. Anyone hired prior to 11/30/2021 has one year from their date of hire to obtain their required Medical Assistant Certification. ### **Position Duties** * Consistent with Medical Assistant education and under the direction of a licensed health care professional, the Certified Medical Assistant performs the following clinical responsibilities including but not limited to: a) Measures and records vital signs, growth parameters, medical histories, and signs and symptoms into the electronic health record b) Communicates patient related information to the licensed health care provider c) Performs electrocardiograms, pulmonary function tests, and other diagnostic testing within the Medical Assisting scope d) Collects laboratory specimens (including blood specimens) e) Performs point of care testing f) Prepares and administers medication at the direction of a licensed health care provider and adheres to all regulations, guidelines, and policies for medication labeling, security and storage, inventory management and disposal. g) Performs routine screening tests h) Assists the provider with exams and procedures i) Removes sutures, changes dressings, applie