Medical Assistant

Salud Family Health; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $21–$28.50/hr

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Salud Family Health in Colorado is seeking a Medical Assistant to welcome patients and support the care team. You will obtain vitals, document concisely, and help maintain a clean, organized clinical area.

The role requires MA certification within 6 months of hire; bilingual English/Spanish is strongly preferred, and prior healthcare exposure is a plus. Monday–Friday schedule with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• The ability to work with people from all walks of life.
• Current Medical Assistant Certificate is required.
• All Medical Assistants must be certified within 6 months of hire.
• Certification is required; CNA certification is not equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome patients as the first point of contact.
• Obtain vitals and document accurately in the chart.
• Maintain a clean, organized clinical environment for patients and staff.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant training program

Job description

Since 1970, Salud has been committed to providing a Medical Home to patients, where medical, dental, behavioral health services, and clinical pharmacists work together and coordinate efforts in a team-based system of care. We strive to improve the quality of our patient's lives who would otherwise have limited access to health care. We serve all individuals regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay.

Job Description

Medical Assistant

We are looking for a Medical Assistant to join our team. Your job will be to provide welcoming care to our patients.

We offer:

• $21 to $28.50 per hr.
• Monday to Friday – 8 am to 5 pm

Comprehensive Benefits Package includes:

• Medical PPO Plan (Similar to ACA Exchange Platinum Benefit Coverage Levels)
  • Low employee premiums, especially given rich benefits
  • $25 Primary Care Physician and Specialist Co-pays (in-network)
  • Low deductibles and co-insurance
  • Free provider visits and services at all Salud facilities
  • Preferred prescription pricing at Salud pharmacies
• Dental PPO plan
  • Includes Employee Discounts at All Salud Dental Facilities
• Vision
• Generous vacation accrual
• 10 Paid Holidays per year (includes 2 Floating Holidays and paid Birthday)
• Up to 8 Paid accrued Sick Days per year
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan. Salud contributes 5% of your compensation each month (no matching employee contribution is required…you receive the contribution no matter what). Employees who have worked at least 1,000 hours within a 12-month period are eligible.
• 403b Retirement savings plan. You can contribute pre-tax or after-tax (Roth) towards your retirement savings.
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life and AD&D
• Supplemental Life and AD&D
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Our Mission is to provide a quality, integrated healthcare home to the communities we serve

About our Clinic:

Our medical practice is quite lively. A Salud Medical Assistant treats our patients with the utmost respect and concern for their physical, emotional, and mental well-being while instilling a fun and vibrant atmosphere bringing smiles to all who enter our doors. A positive attitude toward modern medicine brings joy to the healing journey.

A Day in the Life of a Medical Assistant with Salud:

As a Medical Assistant, your genuine spirit of caring welcomes patients as the first step in treatment prior to seeing the Doctor, NP, or PA. You will determine the nature of the patient’s visit and obtain vitals. Your thorough and concise chart documentation will provide clear necessary communication. You will maintain a clean and organized environment for both patients and staff.

Qualifications

What you need to be qualified for this job:

• The ability to work with people from all walks of life and to meet them in their place of need
• Current Medical Assistant Certificate

A Medical Assistant not certified/registered upon hire is required to complete the Medical Assistant certification/registration testing within 3 months of hire. If an employee does not pass, they will be given an additional 3 months to retake the test.

All Medical Assistants must be certified within 6 months of hire, and certification must be maintained throughout employment.

• Medical Assistants without any formal Medical Assistant training are required to have a current Certification/Registration as a Medical Assistant.

Please Note: This position REQUIRES a Medical Assistant (MA) Certification. A CNA certification is NOT equivalent to a Medical Assistant certification and cannot be accepted for this position.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Successful completion of a formal Medical Assistant training program, a minimum of 6 months in length, preferred.

Experience:

• Previous healthcare experience is preferred but not required
• Bilingual English/Spanish is strongly preferred

The application window is anticipated to close by 9/30/26

Additional Information

Salud Family Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.