Lead Certified Medical Assistant

AdventHealth; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

4 Weeks Paid Parental Leave

PTO from Day One

401(k) Retirement Plan

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth’s AHMG Primary Care @ Broadway in Littleton, CO, is seeking a skilled Medical Assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced clinic. You will perform clinical tasks, coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team, and engage patients to promote health and wellness.

This role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency with the EHR. We offer day-shift hours, a rigorous benefits package, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equiv is required.
• 3+ years of related work experience as a medical assistant or in a similar clinical support role.
• BLS certification and Medical Assistant certification from an approved organization are required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient’s physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs through observation, interview, and chart review.
• Evaluate patient responses and report to the provider to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Coordinate development and implementation of patient care plans with the care team.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal interpersonal communication

Customer relations

Grammar and spelling

English communication

EHR proficiency

Multitasking in fast-paced environment

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EHR

MS Outlook

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 7720 S Broadway

City: Littleton

State: Colorado

Postal Code: 80122

Job Description:

AHMG Primary Care @ Broadway
7720 S Broadway, Suite 350
Littleton, CO 80122

Sign on Bonus for New Hires! $5,000!

• Assesses patient’s physical, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs through observation, interview, review of medical records, and clinical data.
• Evaluates patient’s response and reports to responsible provider to ensure optimal patient outcome.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of patient care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Demonstrates competency in therapeutic and diagnostic interventions, including vital signs, minor treatments/procedures, prevention services, pre-visit planning, post-visit follow-up, and medication refills per protocol.
• Promotes, advocates, and collaborates to protect the health, safety, and rights of each patient.
• Provides patient and family education through assessment of health literacy, barriers to learning, readiness, needs, and ability.
• Encourages patient engagement in healthcare partnership using motivational interviewing, evidence-based self-management support protocols, tools, and teach-back methodology.
• Aids in the coordination of the patient’s care plan.
• Recognizes the patient or designee as a full partner in providing compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for the patient’s preferences, values, and needs. Provides relationship-based care, understanding what is most important to the individual and actively engaging them in all aspects of care.
• Contributes to continuous process improvement by taking an active role in patient experience and satisfaction.
• Oversees clinic staff as assigned, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, preparing work schedules, ensuring adequate staffing, resolving clinical operational problems, managing clinical supply ordering and expenses, and conducting performance reviews.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Organizational skills [Required]
• Verbal interpersonal communication [Required]
• Customer relations proficiency [Required]
• Proficient in grammar and spelling [Required]
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions [Required]
• Ability to follow verbal instructions [Required]
• Keyboarding (manual dexterity) [Required]
• Proficiency in computer usage, including MS Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Internet [Required]
• Clinical skills and knowledge base specific to specialty, including general medical assistant practices [Required]
• Ability to adapt easily to changes in the work environment and high capacity to adapt to change [Required]
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal in English, with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with patients and co-workers [Required]
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment [Required]
• Proficient in the use of technology software, including EHR [Required]
• Ability to multitask efficiently in a fast-paced, high patient volume environment [Required]
• Strong critical thinking skills [Required]
• Demonstrates professional development through further education, maintaining certifications, and seeking leadership/preceptor opportunities [Required]
• Ability to perform data entry, prepare reports, and possess knowledge of medical terminology, clinical documentation, exam procedures, and protocols [Required]
• Exemplary customer service skills, knowledge of charge entry, payment collection, posting, and clinical/surgical billing requirements [Required]
• Ability to operate standard office equipment such as a computer, copier, fax, and scanner [Required]
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and others of diverse backgrounds [Required]
• Shows initiative in creating solutions and demonstrates sound judgment in emergency situations [Required]

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience:

• 3+ years of related work experience [Required]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - (BLS from American Heart Association) [Required] AND
• Medical Assistant Certification from one of the following approved organizations: American Association Medical Assistants [Required] OR
• National Healthcareer Association [Required] OR
• American Medical Technologists [Required] OR
• National Center for Competency Testing [Required] OR
• National Association for Health Professionals [Required] OR
• The American Registry of Medical Assistants [Required] OR
• American Medical Certification Association

Physical Requirements:

• Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$22.02 - $35.24

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.