Tb Field Medical Assistant

Maricopa County Department of Public Health

Maricopa County, AZ, US
Base: $19.00 - $28.50 hourly; bonus/equity: not sp...
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Directly observed therapy delivery
Venipuncture and injection administration
Electronic medical records usage
** Maricopa County Department of Public Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to join its Tuberculosis Services division, providing patient care within the community. The role emphasizes delivering high-quality healthcare and education to prevent communicable diseases, requiring a combination of technical skills and a passion for public health. **

Job Summary

  • The position involves providing high-quality care to patients throughout Maricopa County as a mobile Medical Assistant focused on preventing the spread of communicable diseases.
  • Employees will perform Directly Observed Therapy, collect various biological specimens, and educate patients about chronic or communicable conditions affecting their health.
  • The role offers competitive benefits including tuition reimbursement, an on-site child care center, and a retirement plan with a 100% employer match starting day one.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Maricopa County Department of Public Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to join its Tuberculosis Services division, providing patient care within the community. The role emphasizes delivering high-quality healthcare and education to prevent communicable diseases, requiring a combination of technical skills and a passion for public health. **

Salary

Base: $19.00 - $28.50 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Overtime eligible, tuition reimbursement, retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Directly Observed Therapy delivery
  • Venipuncture and injection administration
  • Electronic medical records usage
  • Patient data and specimen collection
  • Tuberculin skin testing procedures

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual Spanish and English skills
  • Public Health certification eligibility
  • Community health worker experience
  • Passion for health equity mission
  • Dynamic field environment adaptability

Key Requirements

  • Medical Assistant Certificate from accredited program
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Basic Life Support Certification required
  • CPR and First Aid Certification by hire date
  • Phlebotomy certification preferred
  • Spanish and English bilingual skills valued

Work Rights

Not specified

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