Medical Assistant

Medix Staffing Solutions, Inc.; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Medix Staffing Solutions, Inc. in Lakewood, Colorado is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks in a busy research clinic.

You will perform patient care, vital signs, EMR documentation, phlebotomy, injections, and front-office duties, with on-site hours Monday–Friday.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Active Medical Assistant Certification and CPR certification mandatory.
• 1–2 years of hands-on medical support experience preferred.
• Oncology experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support daily clinic operations and patient flow to minimize wait times.
• Record vital signs in EMR and notify providers of abnormalities.
• Assist with exams, diagnostic procedures, phlebotomy, injections, and specimen handling.
• Prepare and administer medications and immunizations under supervision.
• Maintain patient records and handle front-office tasks.
• Ensure inventory and equipment are stocked and maintained.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Injections

Patient care

Documentation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

EMR

Job description

Medical Assistant (255973) Mountain View, Colorado

Salary: USD20 - USD26 per hour

Medical Assistant Opportunity in the Clinical Research Setting

As a Medical Assistant, you will be a vital part of our daily clinic operations, ensuring seamless patient experiences and providing essential clinical and administrative support to our medical staff.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care & Flow: Actively manage the daily schedule to minimize patient wait times. Escort patients to rooms, prepare them for their visits, and ensure treatment areas are clean and ready for each appointment.

Clinical Duties: Record vital signs accurately into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and immediately notify providers of any abnormalities. Be prepared to respond to medical emergencies calmly and efficiently.

Procedures & Testing: Assist providers with exams and diagnostic procedures, including EKGs. Perform phlebotomy (venipunctures and finger sticks), injections, and safely collect and process laboratory specimens.

Medication Administration: Prepare and administer oral and injectable medications and immunizations under the direct supervision of a physician or RN, strictly within your scope of practice.

Documentation & Administration: Maintain meticulous patient records in the EMR. Assist with front-office tasks, including reception coverage, answering inquiries, scheduling, scanning, faxing, and filing documents appropriately.

Inventory & Equipment: Perform routine calibration and maintenance on clinical instruments. Receive, unpack, and organize medical supplies, keeping examination rooms fully stocked.

Compliance & Professionalism: Strictly adhere to all safety standards, HIPAA regulations, and confidentiality agreements regarding patients, sponsors, and institutional review boards (IRBs). Act as a courteous and professional representative of the clinic at all times.

Continuous Improvement: Evaluate patient care workflows and contribute ideas for departmental improvements. Float between different departments or handle special administrative projects as needed.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Clinical Setting: Work is primarily conducted in a bustling medical office and clinical environment.

Physical Requirements: Must be able to frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 35 pounds (and occasionally more). Requires manual dexterity and excellent hand-eye coordination for operating medical and office equipment.

Exposure: Regular exposure to laboratory processing, human bodily fluids, blood-borne pathogens, and medicinal preparations.

Pace: Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-volume environment with frequent interruptions. Must be capable of handling potentially emotional or high-stress situations involving patients.

Travel: Occasional local travel to other sites within the Denver area may be requested.

Qualifications

Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Licensure: An active Medical Assistant Certification and a current CPR certification are mandatory.

Experience: A minimum of 1 to 2 years of hands-on medical support experience in a clinical environment.

Bonus: Prior experience working in an oncology setting is highly preferred.

Location:Lakewood, CO (80228)

Hours:Monday-Friday; Normal Business Hours; Onsite 5 days a week

Employment:Direct Hire/Permanent Position

Hourly Pay:$20/hr-$26/hr

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