Maricopa County·Phoenix, Arizona
Supports clinicians by preparing patient rooms, performing venipuncture, and administering immunizations. Responsible for documenting patient care in electronic records and assisting with diagnostic tests and patient education.
Posting Date: 05/22/26
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.
The Medical Assistant STD and Refugee Clinic supports Clinicians in the Clinical Services Division by providing basic health care services such as preparing patient rooms, performing venipuncture, administering immunizations, and taking patient history to prepare the patients for evaluation by the Clinician in order to help prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
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We value our staff's unique skills and differences, as well as the varied experiences and disciplines we represent.
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Job Contributions
Prepare patients for their appointments by accompanying them to the examining room and facilitating the patient flow through the practice of anticipating patient and provider’s needs
Performs routine medical tasks of drawing blood, administering injections, and preparing patients for examinations and treatment
Documents patient care using electronic or other medical records systems and computer applications in accordance with regulatory requirements, quality initiatives, policies, and procedures
Provides basic patient care as directed by the provider and as allowed by license, certification, or registration
Assists the provider with examinations of patients and administering/ordering diagnostic tests, procedures, and treatment
Ensures exam rooms are clean, stocked, and appropriately set up each day prior to rooming patients
Assists in patient education by providing informational handouts, an after-visit summary, and/or a treatment plan summary as instructed by the clinician
Receives and records lab test results via telephone or computer and ensures that those results and related reports are in the patient’s medical record at the time of patient's visit
Working Conditions
Position is typically office or administrative work and may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel
Ability to exert up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly and requires walking and standing to a significant degree
Valid Arizona driver’s license is required upon hire
Must secure and maintain an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card and complete a background check
Within one month of hire, all employees will be required to provide evidence of immunity or receive immunizations for vaccine-preventable illnesses for any position within the Maricopa County Department of Public Health; required immunizations include MMR (measles, mumps, rubella), Tdap (whooping cough and diphtheria), Varicella (chickenpox), and annual Influenza; some positions require a Hepatitis B vaccine and/or a Tuberculosis test
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov [MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov?subject=ADA%20Accommodations] to initiate the interactive process.
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Requires a Medical Assistant certificate from an accredited program, a high school diploma or GED, and one year of medical field experience. Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license and be able to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Market context
Medical assistant roles in Arizona outpatient and community health settings are often in steady demand, especially in clinics serving STD and refugee populations where patient volume and care coordination can be consistent. This role is competitive because it requires an accredited Medical Assistant certificate, one year of medical field experience, a valid Arizona driver’s license, and eligibility for a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification, experience, and clearance-card readiness before applying.