Medical Assistant – Gastroenterology

Banner Health

Medical Assistant providing direct patient care and assistance to clinicians at Banner Health’s Gastroenterology clinic. Responsible for medical duties and patient coordination in a team-oriented environment.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeMesa • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in direct patient care, including vital sign monitoring and assistance with medical procedures. Possesses strong communication and organizational skills to effectively manage patient care and documentation.

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Active Medical Assistant CertificationBLS CertificationMedical Software ProficiencyInterpersonal Communication SkillsOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Vital Sign MonitoringPatient Care CoordinationClerical SupportMedical Procedure AssistanceCleaning and DisinfectionSupply OrderingPatient Documentation

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsAbility to Manage Multiple Priorities

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Medical Assistant CertificationBLS CertificationRegistered Medical Assistant (RMA)Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)

Industry Keywords

Medical Assistant Training ProgramArizona Fingerprint Clearance CardArizona Criminal History AffidavitBehavioral Health Clinical Setting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assisting clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care.
Implementing and evaluating direct patient care.
Preparing patient for exam and treatment by taking and recording vital signs.
Assisting providers with exams and minor in-office procedures.
Coordinating and managing patient care including pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations.
Providing clerical support with patient/client notifications and documentation.
Maintaining a clean, functional environment including cleaning and disinfection of equipment.
Ordering supplies as directed, stocks patient care areas.
Developing and maintaining effective communication with all external and internal customers.
Completing all necessary on-boarding/orientation activities, including simulation training.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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.
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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

$2,000 sign on bonus for certified experienced MAs.