Bilingual Medical Assistant: Abortion Care & Patient Support

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains; Arvada (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains seeks a Medical Assistant to support abortion care through clinical triage, patient education, and follow-up. You will work under supervision to ensure empathetic, patient-centered care and compliance with regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, reliable transportation, and MLS/MA certification preferred or achieved within 15 months. BLS and ultrasound training within stated timelines are required, with Spanish language skills

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Medical Assistant Certification preferred (CCMA, CMA, NCMA, or RMA) or must obtain Medical Assistant certification within 15 months of hire.
• Must complete PPRM Ultrasound training within nine months of hire (except NM).
• Must obtain and maintain BLS certification within six weeks of hire.
• Bilingual in Spanish is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, support the provider in a culturally competent, patient-centered manner.
• Perform vital signs and collect patient information (allergies, meds).
• Collect patient specimens (blood, urine) for tests.
• Perform basic point-of-care tests (pregnancy tests, CLIA-waived tests).
• Document tests and findings in the medical record accurately.
• Perform venipuncture and injections with training.
• Assist with clinical procedures (abortion, IUD placement, cervical cancer screening).
• Escort patients and act as a chaperone during exams or procedures.
• Support health center operations, monitor supplies, and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Reliable transportation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ultrasound training

Job description

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains seeks a Medical Assistant to support abortion care through clinical triage, patient education, and follow-up. You will work under supervision to ensure empathetic, patient-centered care and compliance with regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, reliable transportation, and MLS/MA certification preferred or achieved within 15 months. BLS and ultrasound training within stated timelines are required, with Spanish language skills