Certified Medical Assistant

CommonSpirit Health; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 43,545; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant in Durango, Colorado, committed to delivering exceptional patient care. This role involves performing clinical tasks, assisting with patient appointments, and ensuring accurate chart documentation.

The ideal candidate will hold a High School Diploma or G.E.D., possess medical assistant certification, and be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS). This position offers a great opportunity to be a part of a healthcare team in an esteemed facility known for its high standards of patient care.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant certification from an approved organization is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification is a must.
• Physical capability to lift and support weights as specified.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical tasks as directed by an authorized health care provider.
• Assist with front office duties and schedule patient appointments.
• Ensure accuracy in chart documentation and medical record maintenance.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to meet patient needs.
• Participate in seminars to enhance professional growth.

Skills

Clinical tasks

Patient collaboration

Chart documentation

Organizational values adherence

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Medical Assistant certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Overview

Certified Medical Assistants are essential to delivering whole person care to our patients. We offer a Medical Assistant Clinical Ladder to support growth and development within our connected system. Our Medical Assistants are highly-valued team members with an important voice in this organization. Our MAs, in partnership with clinic staff and operations, created a structured approach to a more effective, efficient work day with appropriate workloads and a clearer path for professional development. We have established one of the first-ever MA Apprenticeship programs with an accredited local college to educate and prepare future MAs for success.

This position assumes a supportive role and has responsibility and accountability for facilitating, communicating, and collaborating with both the healthcare team, and the patient/family to identify and meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the patient. You will promote the optimal health, well-being and safety of the patient in accordance with patient care standards, guidelines and the delegation of medical services as defined by State Medical Practice Act.

You may perform a variety of clinical tasks as directed by an authorized health care provider in accordance with our Physician Group Scope of Practice. You may also assist with front office duties and scheduling of tests and/or patient appointments. MAs are responsible for accurate chart documentation and medical record maintenance. You will also attend / conduct in-service presentations and seminars to facilitate personal and professional growth and demonstrates personal accountability for relationship-based care, organizational mission, and core values.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical tasks as directed by an authorized health care provider in accordance with the Physician Group Scope of Practice.
• Assist with front office duties and scheduling of tests and/or patient appointments.
• Ensure accurate chart documentation and medical record maintenance.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to meet patient needs and support a positive patient experience.
• Participate in in-service presentations and seminars to promote professional growth.

Qualifications

In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified Certified Medical Assistants candidates will need the following:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D., required
• Medical Assistant certification or registration from an approved organization, required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through the American Heart Association, required

Physical Requirements - Medium Work - Exert up to 50 lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs constantly.

Where You'll Work

Mercy Hospital is an 82-bed, acute care hospital located in the scenic southwestern Colorado town of Durango. It is the only hospital in Colorado to be rated by Medicare with five stars for overall hospital quality. It is recognized for excellence in orthopedic and spine surgery and for outstanding patient experience and patient safety. Mercy has also received ten consecutive 'A' grades for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group. Our providers use state-of-the-art technology in an environment designed to promote wellbeing and healing of body, mind, and spirit. Among the many specialty services available at Mercy are emergency care (Level III trauma designation), surgical care, cardiac care (including interventional), Orthopedic and Spine Centers of Excellence, a Family Birthing Center, home care, hospice care and more. Durango offers an exceptional quality of life with small town charm, excellent schools, and year-round, world-class outdoor recreation opportunities including snow sports, river sports, hiking, biking, camping and more.

Pay Range

$18.00 - $31.61 /hour (Colorado)