Medical Assistant Orthopedics

## Medical Assistant Orthopedics Apply:
BUMG (265 W Ina Rd):
Full time:
Posted Today:
R4452747
** Primary City/State:
** Tucson, Arizona
** Department Name:
** PBC UC- NH Orthopedics-Clinic
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* Work Shift:

** Day
* * Job Category:
** Clinical Care Find your path in health care. We want to change the lives of those in our care – and the people who choose to take on this challenge. If you’re ready to change lives, we want to hear from you.

The MA will be responsible for rooming patients, transcribing orders, work phone messages, help with suture removal and minor wound care, and assist the provider with caring for the patient. This is a fun team, and there are fantastic providers as well as a career ladder for Medical Assistants to become an MA2 or Certified Casting Medical Assistant.
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* Location:

** 265 W. Ina Rd. For coverage, may occasionally have to travel to our locations at 2800

E. Ajo Way Suite 200, 707 N. Alvernon suite 205, or 1555

E. River Rd.
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* Hours:

** Monday
- Friday, 7:30a-5:30p start and end time may vary slightly within the hours of 7 am - 5:30 pm University Medical Center Tucson PBCs Banner
- University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting ground breaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner
- University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine
- Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.

POSITION SUMMARY  This position is responsible for assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care, as well as, implementing and evaluating direct patient care. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment and skills to provide an excellent patient experience.
CORE FUNCTIONS  
1. Prepares patient for exam and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms and other necessary measurements and recording chief complaint; documents pain scores as appropriate. Reports condition of patient which may be indicative of change in the patient's condition to the clinician.
2. Assists providers with exams and minor in-office procedures which could include taking patients’ blood pressure, documenting respiration and heart rate/pulse, taking temperature, as well as performing phlebotomies, ear irrigation and EKG’s. Acts as chaperon as needed. Uses universal blood and body fluid precautions at all times and personal protective equipment as needed. Responsible for prioritization of patient flow through clinical process.
3. Coordinates and manages patient care including pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions and scheduling of patients for clinic, hospital and other ancillary medical treatments and tests. Responsible for communicating test results to patient. Acts as a resource to clinician in order to provide optimal patient care. May administer medications in accordance with established policies and procedures or as directed.
4. Provides clerical support with patient/client notifications and documentation to include but not limited to complete medical records including labs, authorizations, X-Rays, hospital records and any previous care pertaining to each patient visit. Provides complete and accurate…