Medical Assistant - Dillon Urgent Care

Vail Health; Dillon (MT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mountain healthcare is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team. In this rewarding role, you will independently assist healthcare providers with patient care, manage patient records, and perform essential administrative tasks. You will play a crucial part in ensuring patients receive the highest quality of care, while also enjoying a supportive work environment that values your contributions. With competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path in a stunning location. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Parental Leave (4 weeks paid)

Housing Programs

Childcare Reimbursement

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Repayment

Annual Supplemental Educational Funds

403(b) Retirement Plan with Matching

Wellbeing Reimbursement

Recreation Discounts

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in patient care and admin duties preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA compliance required.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with patient care and maintain accurate records.
• Monitor vital signs and ensure cleanliness in examination rooms.

Skills

Patient Care

Administrative Duties

Venipunctures

Injections

Intravenous Therapy

Medical Terminology

HIPAA Compliance

OSHA Regulations

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

LPN or RN License

EMT License

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

• Shifts: Days
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 4 x 10 hour shifts
• Office: Dillon
• Salary Range: $23.20 - $31.00
• Estimated Application Close Date (actual date may be sooner): 03-31-2025

Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.

About the opportunity:

Responsible for independently assisting providers with patient care, maintaining patient records and completing administrative duties that assist in the management of patient care.

What you will do:

• Obtains, monitors, and records vital signs, patient history, and invasive procedures; ensuring accuracy and proper documentation in the patient’s Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Fields patient phone calls promptly and in a professional manner.
• Assists providers and other clinical staff with examinations, procedures, and other processes related to direct patient care.
• Prepares patient for scheduled procedures, including venipunctures, injections, and initiates intravenous therapy as necessary.
• Monitors medical condition of patient and reports change to appropriate provider.
• Maintains patient documentation and communicates plan of care with provider including ordered diagnostics or therapeutic services.
• Ensures cleanliness, adequate stock of supplies and functioning equipment in examination rooms. Replaces supplies depleted on a daily basis. Cleans and sterilizes equipment and tools. Completes shift opening and closing procedures.
• Role models the principles of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.

This description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

What you will need:

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years experience with applicable patient care and administrative duties preferred.
• Ability to perform venipunctures, administer injections, and initiate intravenous therapy preferred.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology, medical equipment, HIPAA compliance and OSHA rules and regulations.

License(s):

One of the following is required prior to starting:

• Medical Assistant:
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
  • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by American Medical Technologist (AMT)
  • National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) by the National Center for Competency Testing
  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) by the National Healthcare Association
  • Medical Assistant Certification (MAC) by the American Medical Certification Association
  • Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant by the National Association for Health Professionals
• State of Colorado Licensed Practical Nurse or valid compact state license.
• State of Colorado Emergency Medical Technician license.

CNA or EMT license pay range: $22.00 - $28.39

Medical Assistant certification pay range: $23.20 - $31.00

LPN, RN, or Paramedic pay range: $25.47 - $35.98

Certification(s):

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Computer / Typing:

Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computer skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.

Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.

Education:

• N/A

Benefits at Vail Health (Full Time) Include:

• Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
  • Competitive wages
  • Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
  • Housing programs
  • Childcare reimbursement
• Medical
• Vision
• Educational Programs:
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Existing Student Loan Repayment
  • Specialty Certification Reimbursement
  • Annual Supplemental Educational Funds
• Paid Time Off:
  • Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.
• Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:
  • 403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching
  • Life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability
• Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:
  • Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement
  • Recreation discounts
  • Pet insurance

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.