Medical Assistant

Bethesda Group; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethesda Group in Colorado Springs is seeking a Medical Assistant to prepare exam rooms, take vital signs, document in the EMR, and assist clinicians with patient flow. You will obtain patient histories, monitor for deviations, and maintain confidentiality across clinics.

The ideal candidate has an accredited MA program, certification within a recognized body, and comfort with phlebotomy and basic lab prep. Travel to clinic sites may be required; strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program is required.
• Certification within a certifying agency (CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA/NRCMA) within 640 hours (4 months) and passed exam is required to remain eligible.
• One year of experience with frail/elderly population preferred, usually in hospital, long-term care, or home health.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact clearly with internal and external customers.
• Proficiency with computer applications such as email, internet, timekeeping, and Electronic Health Records.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments.

Responsibilities

• Prepares equipment and rooms for examinations.
• Takes vital signs and weights and records in the EMR.
• Gathers brief history of visit reason.
• Monitors participants and reports variances to clinician for further assessment.
• Maintains confidentiality of company procedures and participant information.
• Handles potentially infectious specimens with universal precautions.
• Travels to clinic sites as needed to support coverage.
• Provide phlebotomy services including venipuncture, specimen processing, and prep for lab pickup.

Skills

Vital signs

Medical assisting

Communication

Computer skills

Time management

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EHR systems

Email/Internet

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Colorado Springs Pikes Peak Location - Colorado Springs, CO 80909

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $19.25 - $22.14 Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Medical Assistant prepares rooms for exams; receives participants in the medical clinic; takes and documents vital signs and weights; receives brief medical history regarding reason for visit from participants; assist in overall participant care.

MISSION:

Improving lives, Optimizing wellness, Promoting independence

COMPETENCIES:

• Technical Expertise
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork
• Effective Communication
• Results Oriented
• Personal Credibility
• Quality Focus
• People Focus
• Flexibility

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Prepares equipment and rooms for examination of participants
• Takes vital signs and weights of participants; record information in electronic medical record
• Takes brief history of reason for visit
• Monitors participants and reports any variances to normal to the Clinic Nurse, Nurse Practitioner or Physician for further assessment
• Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about participants, clients or families
• Handles potentially infectious specimens with appropriate biohazard precautions, and practices universal precautions
• Travel to all clinic sites as needed to support clinic coverage needs
• Phlebotomy services as needed, to include venipuncture, processing specimens and prepare specimens appropriately for laboratory pick up
• Other duties as requested/assigned

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program is required
• Preferred Certified or Registered as a Medical Assistant with one of the National Certifying organizations; The American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA), The American Medical Technologists (RMA), The National Center for Competency Testing (NCMA), The National HealthCareer Association (CCMA), and National Association for Health Professionals (NRCMA). The employee will be expected to take and pass a Medical Assistant examination from one of the above listed Certifying Agencies within or immediately upon completing 640 hours (4 months) of employment. Certification will be required to remain eligible for employment
• One year of experience with a frail or elderly population preferred, typically in a hospital, long term care facility, or home health care program
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate the ability to interact clearly and effectively with both internal and external customers
• Must be efficient with computer applications such as email, navigating the internet, using electronic timekeeping, and Electronic Health Records
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments

We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package including Medical and Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision Care, Wellness Program, Telemedicine Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Company Paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Company Paid Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Accidental Injury Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, 403(b) Savings Plan, Legal Shield and IDShield, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Time-Off plan. Such benefits are based on applicable state law and factors such as pay classification (full-time,part-time,or PRN/casual), job grade and length of service.