Certified Medical Assistant

Pride Health; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Employee discounts with preferred vendors

Job summary

A healthcare staffing organization is seeking a Medical Assistant for a 3+ month contract in Colorado Springs, CO. The role involves supporting patient care through various responsibilities, including collecting assessment data and preparing patients for examination. Candidates must have a high school diploma, relevant certification, and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive pay between $20-23 per hour, Monday through Friday, with opportunities for permanent employment based on performance.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of preferred experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Ability to react calmly in emergencies.
• Intermediate Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Collect patient assessment data including vital signs.
• Prepare patients for provider evaluations and exams.
• Document patient information in medical records.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Knowledge of medical terminology

Good communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Current Medical Assistant certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Pride Health is hiring a Medical Assistant to support our client’s medical facility, located in Colorado Springs, CO 80920. This is a 3+ month contract assignment (convertible to permanent based on your work performance) and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organisation!

Overview

Responsibilities

• Collects patient assessment data to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint/symptoms, and current medications for assessment by licensed staff
• Prepares the patient for provider evaluation by obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, and assisting during exams and procedures
• Maintains work area, exam treatment, and lab in a clean, safe manner; restock with supplies as needed
• Assists with lab procedures by collecting urine specimens, collecting and preparing blood samples for the reference lab, labelling all specimens with accurate patient ID as ordered by the physician
• Documents patient information in the medical record to include updated treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, and patient concerns, etc.
• Assists and processes all scripts, referrals, and authorisations as needed
• Manages flow of patient care, while ensuring phones are being answered, and appointments are as efficient as possible
• Schedules patients for injections and infusions
• Orders supplies and medications. Check both into and out of inventory
• Performs diagnostic testing procedures

Qualifications

• 1+ years of preferred experience
• Current, nationally recognised Medical Assistant certification
• High school diploma or equivalent
• BLS Certification

Must have qualifications/experience

• High school graduate or GED equivalent
• Basic computer literacy required, with intermediate Excel skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology required
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations required
• Good communication and customer service skills required

Additional Information

• Job Type: 3+ months contract to Hire
• Schedule: Monday through Friday
• Shift start & end times: 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM
• Pay Range: $20-23/hrs. on W2 without benefits

#PHCUHGClinical $250

Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials.

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Interested? Apply now!

About Pride Health

Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.

As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.