Copa Health·Glendale, Arizona
The Medical Assistant provides clinical support under a BHMP, including monitoring vital signs and performing venipuncture for diagnostic purposes. They also handle clerical duties such as updating patient demographics and scheduling diagnostic tests.
At Copa Health, we are committed to People First, fostering a culture of compassion, innovation, and impact. We support individuals and families across Arizona through high-quality behavioral health and integrated care services while also investing in the growth and well-being of our team. Why Join Copa Health?
Who We're looking for Copa Health is seeking a Medical Assistant who will assist the provision of medical services under the general supervision of a BHMP. Tasks are delegated to the Medical Assistant may involve direct patient contact including assisting in filling out forms, routine activities such as vital signs monitoring, venipuncture for diagnostic purposes, and collection of body fluid samples from patients. Non face to face clerical activities include updating of patient demographic and outside treatment information, scheduling of diagnostic tests and telephonic appointment reminder calls to patients.
Key Responsibilities
Take appropriate vital signs (Height, Weight, Blood Pressure, Pulse Rate, and temperature) and document this information timely and appropriate.
Relay to the supervising RN any findings of abnormal values.
Perform venipuncture to obtain blood samples and collect urine for testing.
Send out any blood samples drawn, or tissue samples taken to the appropriate referral
laboratory.
Assists in calling in prescriptions (new and/ or refill) for patients per appropriate provider approval.
Assists in calling in prescriptions (new and/ or refill) for patients per appropriate provider approval.
Copa Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Pre-Employment Criminal Background and Drug Testing Required. EOE.
Candidates must be at least 21 years old with a high school diploma and a Medical Assistant certification from an accredited program. A valid AZ driver's license, CPR certification, and the ability to obtain a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card are required.
Market context
Support-services jobs in Arizona often see steady demand in healthcare settings, especially when facilities need dependable staff who can work directly with patients and teams. These roles are competitive because employers commonly look for current Arizona CNA certification, CPR certification, and facility experience; this posting also notes a preference for more than one year in a skilled nursing facility. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and confirm your AZ fingerprint card is current before applying.
