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Medical Administrative Assistant jobs sit at the intersection of healthcare operations and administrative expertise, making them specialty occupation candidates for H-1B visa sponsorship when a directly related bachelor's degree is involved. Employers in hospital networks, physician groups, and outpatient clinics regularly file Labor Condition Applications for these roles.
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Get Access To All JobsPRIMARY 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.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
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
-
Performs chart review to ensure coordinated patient care.
-
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.
-
Utilizes evidence based guidelines when identifying care gaps for preventative and maintenance care. Utilizes standing orders as appropriate.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Medical Administrative Assistant
Verify your degree field matches the role
H-1B sponsorship requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. A health information management or healthcare administration degree strengthens your case; a general business degree may trigger a Request for Evidence. Check the O*NET profile for this occupation's listed education requirements before applying.
Target hospital systems over small clinics
Large hospital networks and multi-site physician groups have dedicated HR and legal teams already familiar with LCA filings. Smaller independent practices rarely have the infrastructure to manage USCIS petitions, so focusing on health systems with 500-plus employees significantly improves your sponsorship odds.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter your job search on Migrate Mate to find medical administrative employers with confirmed LCA filing history. This shows you which healthcare organizations have already sponsored workers in similar roles, so you're not cold-applying to employers who've never navigated the process.
Benchmark your offer against prevailing wage
Before accepting any offer, run the role's location and job title through the OFLC Wage Search to find the DOL prevailing wage for your area. Your employer must certify your salary meets or exceeds that threshold on the LCA, so a low offer can stall the entire filing.
Ask about PERM timelines during the offer stage
If you're on F-1 OPT and the employer mentions eventual green card sponsorship, ask whether they've completed PERM labor certifications before. Medical administrative roles are not shortage occupations, so PERM requires full recruitment documentation and can take 18 months or longer before an I-140 is filed.
Confirm the employer is E-Verify enrolled before STEM OPT
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field like health informatics and you're extending OPT, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your extension begins. Confirm enrollment status with HR in writing, because a gap in E-Verify compliance invalidates your STEM OPT work authorization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Medical Administrative Assistant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. If the job description requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in health information management, healthcare administration, or a directly related field, USCIS will likely treat it as a specialty occupation. Generic administrative roles that accept any bachelor's degree or equivalent experience are harder to defend. The job posting language matters enormously when the petition is adjudicated.
Which visa types realistically cover Medical Administrative Assistant sponsorship?
H-1B is the most common path if the role meets the specialty occupation standard. TN visa is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals if the position maps to an eligible USMCA profession, though medical administrative roles don't have a clean fit on that list. F-1 students can work through OPT or STEM OPT while pursuing sponsorship. EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM is possible for employers willing to run the full recruitment process.
How do I find Medical Administrative Assistant employers who actually sponsor visas?
Browse Migrate Mate to find employers in this role with verified LCA sponsorship history. Applying through Migrate Mate means you're targeting organizations that have already demonstrated willingness and capacity to file for sponsored workers, rather than discovering their policy mid-interview.
Will my overseas healthcare administration credentials be accepted by U.S. employers?
Most U.S. employers and USCIS accept foreign three-year bachelor's degrees as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, but you should get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization before applying. Certifications like the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant credential from an accredited U.S. body can strengthen your application, particularly if your overseas degree is in a field adjacent to but not exactly healthcare administration.
Is H-1B sponsorship common for Medical Administrative Assistants compared to clinical roles?
Clinical roles like physicians and registered nurses have more established sponsorship pipelines, partly because nursing has shortage-occupation pathways. Medical administrative roles require the same H-1B specialty occupation argument but without that shortage-occupation backstop. Employers in large integrated health systems are more likely to sponsor than outpatient clinics, and your chances improve when the role requires specialized health informatics or medical coding expertise rather than general office duties.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Medical Administrative Assistant jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.