Medical Assistant: Direct Patient Care & IV Access

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Colorado; On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Parental leave (4 weeks paid)

Housing programs

Childcare reimbursement

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Tuition assistance

Public student loan repayment

Annual supplemental educational funds

Job summary

Vail Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and manage patient care in a dynamic clinic setting in Colorado. The role involves obtaining vital signs, taking patient histories, and maintaining accurate EHR documentation while assisting with examinations and procedures.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, injections, IV therapy, patient transport, and ensuring clean, stocked examination rooms. HIPAA compliance and OSHA knowledge are essential to daily operations.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Obtain, monitor, and record vital signs and patient history in the EHR.
• Field patient phone calls promptly and professionally.
• Assist providers and clinical staff with examinations, procedures, and direct patient care.
• Prepare patients for scheduled procedures, including venipunctures, injections, and IV therapy.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to the provider.
• Maintain patient documentation and communicate the plan of care with the provider.
• Ensure cleanliness and stocking in examination rooms; replace supplies daily and sterilize equipment.
• Perform shift opening/closing procedures and uphold Just Culture principles.

Skills

Compassionate care

HIPAA compliance

Clear communication

English proficiency

Education

CMA / RMA / NCMA / CCMA / MAC / NARH CMA

Colorado LPN/RN license or EMT license

Job description

Vail Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and manage patient care in a dynamic clinic setting in Colorado. The role involves obtaining vital signs, taking patient histories, and maintaining accurate EHR documentation while assisting with examinations and procedures.

Responsibilities include venipuncture, injections, IV therapy, patient transport, and ensuring clean, stocked examination rooms. HIPAA compliance and OSHA knowledge are essential to daily operations.