Medical Assistant

Melissa Memorial Hospital; Holyoke (CO); On-site; USD 51,291,000 - 80,146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employer paid Medical (Employee</

Dental and Vision insurance

Retirement Plans with up to 3% match

Voluntary Group Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Gym Membership Discount

PTO, Paid Sick Time

Continuing Education Benefits

FSA

MASA Insurance

Eligibility for Student Loan Repayment

Job summary

Melissa Memorial Hospital in Holyoke, Colorado is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to support providers in a Rural Health Clinic. You will perform clinical and administrative duties, including taking vital signs, preparing patients, and coordinating tests and referrals.

This full-time, on-site position requires MA certification or completion of an accredited program, BLS/CPR, and strong communication in a small team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred; CNA and EMTs can work as MA under the 800 Rule
• Certification (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) strongly preferred
• CPR certification required
• Prior rural or primary care experience is a plus
• Strong communication, multitasking, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team
• Bilingual preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with patients, including preparing exam rooms and obtaining initial history
• Take vital signs and schedule labs or imaging as ordered
• Explain patient preparations and assist during procedures
• Handle phone calls such as prescriptions and result notifications
• Provide injections and administer prescribed medications
• Maintain medical records and assist with forms and referrals
• Ensure proper storage and handling of medications
• Perform basic office testing and specimen collection as needed
• Keep exam rooms clean and stocked with supplies
• Support team, participate in meetings, and mentor new staff

Skills

BLS/CPR knowledge

Communication skills

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Independence in small teams

Teamwork

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

CNA/EMT eligible as MA (800 Rule)

MA certification (CMA/RMA) preferred

Job description

Job Location: Melissa Memorial Hospital - HOLYOKE, CO 80734

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Medical Certification

Salary Range: $17.90 - $27.97 Hourly

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Health Care

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a compassionate, adaptable, and detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our dedicated team at a Rural Health Clinic. In this role, you will support healthcare providers in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to a diverse rural population. You’ll perform both clinical and administrative duties, often serving as a key liaison between patients and providers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Exhibits behaviors that are consistent with the Mission, and Values of Melissa Memorial Hospital and the culture and objectives of MMH. All employees are expected to work as needed in providing health and wellness services in the community.

The MA assists the Provider with patients, including preparing patients and the examination rooms; taking initial medical history for the chart, taking vital signs, making lab and x-ray appointments, and explaining the preparations to the patients. In addition, assists the Physician in all special procedures, as required. This position will promptly intervene with appropriate action in an emergency. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

The MA carries out physician/provider orders. This position handles phone calls as directed by the physician, such as calling in prescriptions, and notifies patients of diagnostic testing results. This incumbent gives injections and medications prescribed by the physician.

The MA is responsible for some patient education, completing physical forms and referral arrangements, and assists in maintaining a large volume and variety of medical records in accordance to office procedures.

The MA must be able to incorporate observation and assessment skills and differentiate between critical and non-critical patient conditions to initiate appropriate procedures.

The MA is responsible for proper handling and storage of all medications stored in the office.

Performs office testing such as spirometry, tympanometry pulse oximetry, and office lab procedures.

The MA is responsible for keeping exam rooms clean and properly stocked with supplies. Demonstrates proper handling and storage of all medications stored in the clinic.

Cleaning and sterilization of instruments and equipment, as trained and requested.

Works and communicates cooperatively with team members to identify and complete responsibilities and meet department goals. Participates in department activities to improve patient care systems, shares new information with all team members, attends team meetings, and effectively orients/mentors’ new staff as requested.

Maintains current knowledge and skills applicable to job assignment through continuing education or professional organization.

Follows all procedures and policies and demonstrates competency and proficiency as required.

Regular and predictable attendance.

Continuous learning in both personal and professional development. Consistent review, comprehension and reply of company email and related correspondence.

In addition to the responsibilities described above, the role may include other responsibilities and duties as assigned on occasion, based upon MMH needs or requirements.

COMPETENCIES

Support MMH vision and mission. Maintain confidentiality of all work information. Demonstrate an ability to function successfully in a team environment. Exhibit courteous, compassionate, and respectful treatment of internal and external customers. Displays a positive attitude and flexibility in changing situations. Participates in identifying problems and suggesting solutions. Report any compliance issues as designated in the MMH Compliance Program.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM

High school diploma or equivalent required

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred, CNA and EMTs can work as MA in accordance to the 800 Rule

Certification (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) strongly preferred

CPR certification required

Prior experience in a rural or primary care setting is a plus

Strong communication, multitasking, and organizational skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team

PREFERRED

Bilingual preferred but not required

"This position will remain open until filled; however, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis."

WHY WORK AT MELISSA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL?

At Melissa Memorial Hospital, we’re a family not just a healthcare provider serving patients, staff, and community with care and inclusion. Here’s why you’ll thrive here:

Core Values: Integrity, Passion, Service, Collaboration, Ownership, Courage drive us.

Mission: “Compassionate care, nurturing trust.”, Tagline: “Seek Health. Live Well.”

Eastern Plains Heart: A tight-knit team delivering impactful care.

Balance: Work-life support plus the tools to excel in your current role and help you grow!

WHAT WE OFFER

• 100% Employer paid Medical (Employee Only)
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Retirement Plans, with up to 3% employer match
• Voluntary Group Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym Membership Discount
• PTO, Paid Sick Time
• Continuing Education Benefits
• FSA
• MASA Insurance
• Eligibility for Student Loan Repayment

MELISSA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

Melissa Memorial Hospital is a 15-bed critical access hospital, located in Holyoke, Colorado. While being “rural” we are equipped for any situation. It is a model rural hospital with 1 operating room, surgical procedure room, 4 bay emergency room, and radiology including 64-slice CT scanner and mammography, MRI, ECHO, and Nuclear Medicine, along with other ancillary services. The hospital is co-located with a family practice clinic and retail pharmacy services. Other services include chemotherapy, general & orthopedic surgery, podiatry, cardiology, orthopedic surgery, progressive rehab services, and wound care. MMH operates a full-time EMS service and maintains a 24/7 AirLife Helicopter base.

THE COMMUNITY

Holyoke is home to the Holyoke Dragons and is truly a “City of Pride and Progress.” Holyoke offers: From different coffee shops to different ethnic flavors, to a quick bite, the sweet small town of Holyoke has a handful of different restaurant options to choose from. Holyoke is based in Phillips County where there are four different rural towns in the county with two schools in the county. Holyoke, Amherst. Paoli, and Haxtun are all within the same county. Holyoke homes a historical museum with different artifacts of what has built Holyoke today. You will see the fields turn different colors throughout different seasons. Your wheat, corn, alfalfa, are some of the few cultivating growths that you will see around your area! If you enjoy hunting, there are plenty of opportunities for a good catch. You will discover that you can see the most beautiful sunsets and the clearest starry nights out in the rural areas. Come take a look at our beautiful little town in the Northeastern corner of Colorado.

Click here for a List of Things to Do in Holyoke

Melissa Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.