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Medical Administrative Assistant jobs with green card sponsorship are available through employers willing to sponsor EB-2 or EB-3 permanent residence via PERM labor certification. Healthcare systems, clinics, and physician groups routinely sponsor this role. Your path involves a prevailing wage determination, DOL recruitment testing, and I-140 approval before adjustment of status.
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PRIMARY CITY/STATE:
Phoenix, Arizona
DEPARTMENT NAME:
PBD-Internal Med-Arcadia
WORK SHIFT:
Day
JOB CATEGORY:
Clinical Care
Great careers are built at Banner Health. There’s more to health care than doctors and nurses. We support all staff members as they find the path that’s right for them. Apply today, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
As an Administrative Medical Assistant, you'll work alongside providers and healthcare professionals who are dedicated to delivering an exceptional patient experience. Our clinic offers a welcoming, patient-focused environment where you can apply your passion for patient care and teamwork. We are an energetic, fast-paced team that serves a diverse patient population. Whether you are just beginning your career or bring years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact. If you're ready to take on new challenges, thrive in a positive work environment, and help improve the lives of others, then we are the perfect team for you.
Location: BUMG Arcadia Specialties - 4200 E. Camelback Rd, Suite 202 Phoenix, AZ
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Uncertified Medical Assistants will be considered with proof of completion of a formal Medical Assistant education program and will have 12 months from their hire date to obtain national certification. Banner Health is committed to your professional growth and invests in advancing your training, education, and career development.
University Medical Center Phoenix is a nationally recognized academic medical center. The world-class hospital is focused on coordinated clinical care, expanded research activities and nurturing future generations of highly trained medical professionals. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Phoenix campus, long known for excellent patient care, has over 730 licensed beds, several unique specialty units and is the new home for medical discoveries, thanks to our collaboration with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. Additionally, the campus responsibilities include fully integrated multi-specialty and sub-specialty clinics and has operations in multiple locations spanning across the Phoenix metropolitan city.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for performing administrative tasks (indirect care) that support the care team in providing direct medical care. This position utilizes the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and external resources or tools to provide a complete assessment of the patient’s health status, which includes identifying care gaps prior to the patient encounter. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment and communication skills to assure that patients get the indicated care when and where they need and want it, in a culturally and linguistically appropriate manner. Patient contact via telephone is a critical component of this position, highlighting the medical background and communication skills necessary.
CORE FUNCTIONS
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Performs chart review to ensure coordinated patient care.
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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 phlebotomy, ear irrigation and EKGs. Acts as chaperone 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.
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Utilizes evidence based guidelines when identifying care gaps for preventative and maintenance care. Utilizes standing orders as appropriate.
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Utilizes EHR to obtain medical information when communicating with the patient or medical care team regarding respective preventative care, chronic care, specific medications, high risk patients, and those not seen recently in the clinic.
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Collaborates with care team to meet expected performance metrics and clinical quality measures. Identifies areas for improvement based on results of clinical performance where applicable.
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Maintains clinical skills and provides direct patient care on an as needed basis. Completes all necessary on-boarding/orientation activities, including simulation training, as needed or directed. Participates in Annual Clinical Education Days (ACED), as needed or directed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge. Completion of a Banner approved medical assistant training program that also meets state defined regulations.
An Uncertified Medical Assistant will be placed in this position up to, but no more than 12 months from date of hire in order to obtain certification. Active Medical Assistant Certification is required within one year of hire. Active Medical Assistant certification: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from American Medical Technologists (AMT) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from National Health Career Association (NHA) or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Certified Competency Testing (NCCT).
BLS certification required upon hire.
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.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Medical Administrative Assistant
Align your credentials with EB-3 requirements
EB-3 skilled worker classification requires at least two years of verifiable experience in medical administration. Document your clinical scheduling, medical billing, EHR proficiency, and HIPAA compliance training before approaching employers, so your credential package supports a defensible PERM filing.
Use O*NET to frame your specialty accurately
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Medical Administrative Assistants to understand which duties and skills DOL expects for this SOC code. Employers whose job descriptions align tightly with O*NET reduce RFE risk during PERM adjudication, so matching your resume language to that profile strengthens your petition.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate before applying broadly
Search Migrate Mate to identify healthcare employers with verified green card sponsorship history for administrative roles. Targeting employers who have completed PERM filings in this occupation category saves you from spending months pursuing companies that restrict sponsorship to clinical or technical staff only.
Verify prevailing wage tier before accepting any offer
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target metro area and SOC code before negotiating salary. Employers must pay at least the prevailing wage DOL certifies on the PERM application, so accepting an offer below that threshold can stall or invalidate the entire labor certification process.
Ask employers about their PERM recruitment timeline upfront
PERM requires employers to run a full recruitment test, including job postings, internal notice, and documentation of applicant outreach, before DOL certifies the application. Ask hiring managers whether their legal team has initiated that process, since delays in recruitment steps can push your priority date back by a year or more.
Understand priority date backlogs before you file
If you're a national of a high-demand country such as India or China, your EB-2 or EB-3 priority date may be backlogged by years regardless of when PERM certifies. Check the USCIS Visa Bulletin monthly and factor that timeline into your employment decisions, including whether to pursue concurrent I-485 filing when your date becomes current.
Green Card Medical Administrative Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Medical Administrative Assistant role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Yes. Most Medical Administrative Assistant positions qualify under EB-3, which covers skilled workers with at least two years of training or experience. If the role requires a bachelor's degree in health information management or a related field, plus five years of progressive experience, EB-2 classification may also be available. Your employer's immigration attorney determines the appropriate category based on the actual job requirements and your credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residence, not a temporary status. The employer must file a labor certification with DOL proving no minimally qualified U.S. workers are available, then file an I-140 petition with USCIS. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no lottery, but employment-based green cards carry per-country numerical limits, so nationals of high-demand countries may face significant priority-date backlogs before they can file for adjustment of status.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a Medical Administrative Assistant employer?
The employer must obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, conduct a formal recruitment test over at least 60 days, document that no minimally qualified U.S. workers applied, and then submit the ETA Form 9089 to DOL for certification. The recruitment steps must follow strict DOL posting requirements. Only after DOL certifies the PERM application can the employer file the I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS.
How do I find Medical Administrative Assistant employers that sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history for administrative healthcare roles, so you can focus your applications on organizations that have already completed PERM filings in this occupation. Targeting employers with a documented history of sponsoring this specific role type significantly reduces the risk of pursuing a company that limits sponsorship to clinical or licensed staff only.
Can I change employers after my green card case is filed?
AC21 job portability allows you to change to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation once your I-485 adjustment-of-status application has been pending for 180 days or more and your I-140 has been approved. If you change employers before that threshold, the entire PERM and I-140 process generally must restart, though an approved I-140's priority date can often be carried over to the new employer's petition.