Certified Medical Assistant

CommonSpirit Health; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health’s St. Anthony North Hospital in Westminster, CO seeks Certified Medical Assistants to support whole-person care and professional growth through an MA Apprenticeship program with a local college.

The role involves clinical tasks, front-office support, and accurate charting in a collaborative clinic setting. The position emphasizes patient- and family-centered care, adherence to state practice standards, and ongoing professional development within our Senior Health First

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Medical Assistant certification or registration from approved organization required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate, communicate and collaborate with the healthcare team and patient/family.
• Promote patient health, well-being and safety according to standards.
• Assist with front office duties and scheduling of tests and appointments.
• Maintain accurate chart documentation and medical records.

Skills

Clinical tasks execution

Front office coordination

Documentation

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certification

BLS certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

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. In addition, we’ve also 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.

In Colorado Only: Pay Ranges Begin at $20.00 for Non-Certified Medical Assistants and $21.25 for Certified Medical Assistants.

Department: Senior Health First

Patient Population: Adults age 65 and above

This position requires certification as a Medical Assistant through one of the following recognized certifying bodies:

• American Association of Medical Assistant (AAMA)
• American Medical Technologist (AMT)
• National Healthcare Association (NHA)
• National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

Job Requirements

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

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

Where You’ll Work

For more than 50 years, St. Anthony North Hospital has delivered optimal health care to the communities of Westminster, Erie, Brighton, Broomfield, Northglenn and Thornton. Highlights of our campus include 60,000 square feet of integrated primary and specialty care physician clinics, ambulatory surgery center, birthing center with private birthing suites, Level III Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency services, over 150 inpatient beds and an outpatient diagnostics center with lab and imaging services. In 2023, we received our prestigious Magnet designation! We are so proud of our nursing staff for this achievement, which is awarded to less than 6 percent of hospitals in the United States. Built on the pillars of convenience, wellness and person-centered care, we offer inpatient and outpatient care at one site, with an emphasis on preventive health, wellness and health education.

Pay Range

$18.00 - $31.61 /hour

We are an equal opportunity employer.