Urgent Care Medical Assistant
Company: Banner Health
Location: Tucson
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Primary City/State: Tucson, Arizona Department
Name: Golf Links & Colb-Urg Care Work Shift: Varied Job Category:
Clinical Care Banner is committed to your future and invested in
furthering your education. As a Medical Assistant at Banner you
will be eligible for a 20% Banner Employee discount through Weber
State University. Weber State offers a hybrid online PTR program.
This program allows you to further your education and receive your
PTR license within 2 semesters. There are endless opportunities at
Banner Health. Banner Urgent Care offers a customer-focused team
that provides a comprehensive range of Urgent Care services in a
friendly work environment. As a Medical Assistant you will work
with the clinicians and your peers, to provide a positive patient
experience floating throughout the clinics in Zone 7 . Our urgent
care schedules give you a great work life balance; rotating days
and 2 weekends per month; 3-4days per week, 8am-830pm. Must be able
to work any day of the week including weekends is required. Zone 7
Broadway & Craycroft Golf Links & Kolb Prince & Campbell Thornydale
& Ina Discover the difference at Banner Urgent Care. With hours
from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., you'll help care for patients in need of
immediate medical attention. With minimal wait times, affordable
service and multiple locations, Banner Urgent Care is a smart,
sensible choice for patients and another great employment option at
Banner Health. 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 information necessary
for billing related to the patient encounter in a timely fashion.
5. Maintains a clean, functional environment including cleaning and
disinfection of equipment, exam rooms and storage areas. Disinfects
equipment and instruments using appropriate solutions following
sterilization procedures. Follows manufacturer's recommendations
and OSHA guidelines in handling of hazardous substances. Performs
basic maintenance of equipment and coordinates needed maintenance
for prompt repairs. 6. Orders supplies as directed, stocks patient
care areas. Medication ordering and tasks related to all
medications (e.g. expired medications/equipment and recalls). 7.
Develops and maintains effective communication mechanism with all
external and internal customers. Exemplifies service orientation
and the team concept in all contacts. 8. This position will
complete all necessary on- boarding/orientation activities,
including simulation training, as needed or directed. 9. This
position works under the direct supervision of the providers. This
position interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of
departments, physicians, patients, families and external contacts,
such as employees of other health care institutions, community
providers and agencies, concerning the health care of the patient.
Also interacts with physician’s offices in order to report, ask for
or clarify information. Prioritizes data from multiple sources to
provide support for the response of the patient and family to
changes in health status. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High school
diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Completion of an
approved medical assistant training program as defined by state
regulations. Active Medical Assistant Certification is required.
Certification or additional training must meet the requirements for
Meaningful use. BLS certification required. Active Medical
Assistant certification such as: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
with proof of current membership from American Medical
Technologists (AMT) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with proof
of current membership from American Association of Medical
Assistants (AAMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
with proof of current membership from National Health Career
Association (NHA) (Test administered after 7/1/2017 only) or
National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) with proof of current
membership from National Certified Competency Testing (NCCT).
Requires strong computer skills, including the ability to work with
medical software. Requires exceptional interpersonal and
communication skills. Requires the ability to manage multiple
changing priorities in an effective and organized fashion.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital, BTMC
Behavioral, and BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health
clinical setting that serves children must possess an Arizona
Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the
card for the duration of their employment. An Arizona Criminal
History Affidavit must be signed upon hire. PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS Experience with office medical procedures and
treatments and knowledge of insurance, managed care operations, EMR
and scheduling software preferred. Additional related education
and/or experience preferred EEO Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy
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