Certified Medical Assistant - Float Pool (PRN)

University of Colorado Anschutz

Aurora (CO)

On-site

USD 32,000 - 37,000

Part time

11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Benefit

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

The Float Pool Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus provides patient care across Community Practice clinics under physician direction. This on-site, PRN role adapts to varying clinics, patient populations, and workflows to ensure safe, seamless care and support for each patient.

Responsibilities include rooming patients, recording vitals, processing messages, assisting with prescriptions, and maintaining confidentiality, with a focus on accurate

Qualifications

Completion of an accredited medical assistant program.
One year of medical assistant work experience.
Current CMA certification (i.e., AAMA, NCCT).

Responsibilities

Rooms patients and records vital signs, history, and reason for visit.
Processes and records telephone messages in patient records.
Assists in preparing prescription refills per policy.
Maintains patient confidentiality in all communications.
Communicates effectively with patients during encounters.
Documents care provided in the patient record.

Skills

Organization

Medical terminology

CPT/ICD-10 knowledge

Value-based care

Medication administration

Vital signs

Reconcile medications

Equipment use

Documentation

Education

Accredited MA program

1 year MA experience

CMA certification

Tools

EPIC

Kronos

HealthStream

MS Office

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Community Practice

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant - Float Pool (PRN)

Position #: 00853888 - Requisition #: 41382

Job Summary

The Float Pool Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is responsible for providing patient care under the direction of a physician or another healthcare provider across all Community Practice clinics, specialties, and care teams based on patient care and operational needs of the CU School of Medicine Community Practice Department. The Float Pool CMA adapts to varying clinic environments, patient populations, and workflows while working to facilitate clinic workflow, assist patients, and ensure safe, seamless delivery of care for each patient.

Key Responsibilities

Accurately rooms patients, obtains and records vital signs, patient history, and reason for seeking care.
Accurately processes and records telephone messages in patient medical records and according to policy.
Assists in preparing prescription refills for providers according to policy.
Maintains patient confidentiality, written and verbal.
Communicates effectively and in an attentive manner with every patient encounter.
Verifies the patient's understanding of the purpose of the visit.
Accurately documents all care provided and procedures performed within the patient's medical record.

Work Location

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Denver Metro, CO.

Why Join Us

Community Practice Medicine, housed within the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado, is seeking trained medical professionals to join our growing team. With clinics spanning from Longmont to Castle Rock, we offer a wide variety of opportunities. Specialty areas include, but are not limited to: Orthopedics, Vascular Surgery, OBGYN, Internal Medicine, Urology, Psychiatry, and many more!

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers, and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package, including:

Benefits

Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accrues over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 15/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced-rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited medical assistant program.
One year of medical assistant work experience.
Current CMA certification (i.e., AAMA, NCCT).

Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with MS Office.
Experience with EPIC.
Experience with Kronos.
Experience with HealthStream.

Conditions of Employment

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross healthcare provider-level CPR certification.
Maintains all required licensure and certifications for the position.
Must be able to work in-person.
Must be able to travel to alternate locations as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong organizational and personal skills.
Strong medical terminology knowledge and skills.
Strong knowledge of CPT & ICD-10 procedures.
Strong knowledge of value-based care and risk-based coding procedures in Primary Care.
Strong knowledge of medication and injection procedures.
Ability to safely administer a variety of treatments and medications as directed.
Ability to use various types of equipment for examination and treatment procedures.
Ability to accurately take and record vital signs.
Ability to accurately reconcile patient medications.
Ability to maintain quality control standards.
Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions.

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $22.98 to $26.84 per hour.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

ADA Statement

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine-preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

Application Materials Required

Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References

Job Category

Health Care

Primary Location

Aurora

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21967 - SOM-DEAN DO COMM PRC COV POOL

Schedule

Part-time

Posting Date

Oct 12, 2026