Medical Assistant
Job Description
Facility: Valleywise Community Health Center - McDowell
Department: FQHC Clinic - McDowell
Schedule: Grant FT 40 Hours Per Week
Shifts: Days
The McDowell Health Center is part of Valleywise Health’s larger network of federally qualified health centers that focus on providing access to care to those members of the community that need it most. The McDowell clinic prides itself in providing a healing, supportive and collaborative environment, while providing equitable care to our patients. If you have a desire to work for an organization that provides care to individuals regardless of their ability to pay, and have a desire to work with members of the community who need access to care, then Valleywise Health’s McDowell Health Center is the place for you. The McDowell Health Center is centrally located in the Parson’s Center for Health & Wellness.
Valleywise Health-McDowell clinic is the hub of Valleywise Health’s HIV services. It provides care to those seeking HIV prevention, testing, and care. It also provides treatment for those living with hepatitis C and, like the rest of Valleywise Health, is a safe location for members of the LGBTQ+ community to receive care. Clinical resource leaders and nurses are required to get their HIV certification after hire.
So, if you are interested in making a difference in the community, providing excellent care as part of an amazing team, and working in a supportive environment, apply today and join us at Valleywise Health Community Health Center McDowell.
Hourly Pay Rate: $18.24 - $26.90
Qualifications
Education:
- Prefers a high school diploma or GED.
- Requires graduation from an accredited program for Medical Assistants or Valleywise Health approved course.
Experience:
- Prefer at least one (1) year of relevant related experience, preferably in clinic setting.
Certification/Licensure:
- Requires a BLS card through the American Heart Association (AHA) training center upon hire.
- HIV certification required within six (6) months.
- Incumbents hired into this position must be eligible to sit for one of the two following certification exams:
- The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification issued by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).
- The Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification issued by American Medical Technologists (AMT).
- Must have a valid fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety OR submit a completed Affidavit at time of hire.
- Must complete fingerprint clearance card application within seven (7) days of hire date.
- Must present actual card within 90 days of applying for fingerprint clearance card.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.
- Bilingual is preferred.
- Must have ability to work with culturally diverse people.
- Requires excellent communication, time management and leadership skills.
Application Instructions
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$18.24 - $26.90
Posted: 9/11/2023
Job Status: Full Time
Job Reference #: 39503