Receptionist or Medical Assistant – Outpatient Infectious Disease Clinic

About Us:

Alma Infectious Disease Clinic is a newly opened outpatient specialty practice focused on infectious diseases, located in Sun Lakes, AZ. We provide expert consultation and comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals managing a wide range of infections. Our approach emphasizes treating the whole person, not just the disease — with compassion, professionalism, and respect. As a growing clinic, this is a unique opportunity to help shape our patient experience, workflows, and team culture from the ground up.

Job Summary:

We are hiring two Receptionists or Medical Assistants to support both front desk and back-office operations. Full-time and part-time positions are available. While Medical Assistant experience is a plus, we are primarily seeking team members who are calm, kind, and confident communicators, especially when working with patients who may be anxious or unwell.
New MA graduates are welcome — we are happy to train the right individuals.

Responsibilities:

Front Desk (Receptionist):

• Greet and check in patients warmly and professionally
• Answer phone calls, schedule appointments, verify insurance
• Collect copays and handle incoming/outgoing documents
• Maintain a clean, organized reception area
• Communicate clearly, patiently, and respectfully with patients and families

Back Office (Non-Clinical – All Applicants):

• Prepare exam rooms and ensure proper supply stocking
• Enter/update basic patient information in the EMR
• Assist with lab orders, forms, and coordination of care
• Support provider with general administrative tasks
• Help maintain smooth, respectful patient flow through the clinic

Clinical Duties (If Certified or Trained as MA):

• Take and record vitals
• Assist with wound care
• Provide patient instructions as directed by provider
• Handle lab specimens and testing preparation

Qualifications:

• Experience in a medical office or healthcare setting preferred
• Medical Assistant certification preferred but not required
• New MA graduates encouraged to apply – training provided
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential
• Calm, friendly, and professional demeanor — even with difficult or upset patients
• Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
• Familiarity with EMR and basic computer applications
• Bilingual is a plus

Schedule & Benefits:

• Two positions available – part-time or full-time
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (some flexibility considered)
• No weekends or major holidays
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Small, respectful, and friendly team environment
• Room for growth and development in a new, expanding clinic

Compensation:

• Starting at $22/hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Medical Specialty:

• Infectious Disease
• Internal Medicine

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22