Administrative Medical Assistant – Developmental Pediatrics & Neuropsychology

Administrative Medical Assistant – Developmental Pediatrics & Neuropsychology
Department: PCMG-MAIN | Developmental Behavioral Peds

Location:

Phoenix

Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 8am-5pm
Category:
Medical Assistants
Posting #: 1026649
Employee Type:
Full-Time

Position Summary
Posting

Note:

Administrative Medical Assistant – Developmental Pediatrics & Neuropsychology

Location:

1919

E. Thomas Rd. Phoenix, AZ. 85016

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 7:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
We are seeking an Administrative Medical Assistant to support two specialty areas—Developmental Pediatrics and Neuropsychology in a unique blended role. This position is primarily administrative, offering the opportunity to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams while supporting patient care through coordination, communication, and workflow management.

Primary Responsibilities:

Developmental Pediatrics
Manage the clinical call line and respond to patient inquiries.
Process and coordinate patient forms requests.
Provide occasional patient rooming when additional clinical coverage is needed.
Neuropsychology
Review incoming referrals for completeness and appropriate processing.
Distribute educational materials and resources to referring providers.
Support referral coordination and communication with internal and external partners.
Additional Responsibilities
Perform other administrative Medical Assistant duties as assigned.
Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary teams to support efficient clinic operations.
Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and exceptional customer service in all interactions.
Required Qualifications
Education
Graduate of a Medical Assistant program accredited by CAAHEP, ABHES, or another school approved by the Department of Education; or
Current Medical Assistant certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA) or American Medical Technologists (RMA) in lieu of graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Certifications
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers through the American Heart Association.
Medical Assistant Certification (CMA or RMA) required within 90 days of hire to remain in the position.
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:
• Measures and records vital signs, growth parameters, medical histories, and signs and symptoms into the electronic health record
• Communicates patient related information to the licensed health care provider
• Performs electrocardiograms, pulmonary function tests, and other diagnostic testing within the Medical Assisting scope
• Collects laboratory specimens (including blood specimens)
• Performs point of care testing
• Prepares and administers medication…