Medical Assistant II Valley-Wide Health Systems

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Colorado; On-site; USD 24,300 - 30,376; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Health Insurance

Employer-paid Air Ambulance Coverage

Retirement Match

Vacation: 10 days accrued per year

Sick Leave: 12 days accrued per year

Holidays: 7 days per year + 3 Floating Holidays

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Colorado is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to provide exceptional care and support. The role includes greeting patients, managing medical records, assisting with billing and insurance forms, and clinical duties. Qualified candidates should have a medical assistant background and preferred certifications. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, along with a competitive pay range.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a medical assistant school and one-year medical office experience preferred.
• Current Medical Certification or Registered Medical Assistant preferred.
• Knowledge of equipment and technology used in the nursing area.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and keep medical records up to date.
• Check in patients for scheduled visits and assess patient needs.
• Assist with billing and insurance forms.

Skills

Patient care

Medical record management

BLS certification

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate from a medical assistant school

Current Medical Certification or Registered Medical Assistant

Tools

Medical equipment

Clinical software

Job description

Join Our Team at Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc.

We’re looking for a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team and make a meaningful impact by providing exceptional care and support to individuals in their healthcare journey.

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Duties

• Greet patients, keeping medical records up to date (abstracting), answering the telephone and take phone messages, first line person to evaluate patient’s request to speak with provider.
• Evaluate potential emergencies and work into the schedule as necessary when the schedule is full. Utilize the “Lead Nurse” when patient cannot be worked in the schedule and/or further medical decision-making is needed.
• Collaborate with the case manager/referral coordinator and operator on completing insurance forms, making appointments, handling correspondence, scheduling hospital and laboratory services.
• Assist the billing department with completing incomplete/missing information in a timely manner.

Clinical Duties

• Check in patients for scheduled visits with the health care provider. Check in includes vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, BMI, Assessment of pain, LMP, Medications, Allergies, HPI, chief complaint and past health history on all new patients), retrieve patient history if applicable (prior labs, x-rays) and assess patient needs.
• Provides patient services not requiring the need of a provider, according to established protocol.
• Records any contact with patients in chart (Patient identifiers verified prior to any documentation).
• Perform point of care testing and treatments, according to established protocol.
• Participate in quarterly lab proficiency testing.
• Responsible for reviewing lab and other reports administering proper follow through.
• Arrange follow up with provider when necessary.
• Send written notice to patient according to established protocols, i.e., pap smears, immunizations, etc.
• Prepare room for procedures and assist providers as necessary.
• Checks and stocks room daily for adequate supplies.
• Schedule x-rays or other diagnostic tests and provide patient education for exam preparation.
• Has equipment and supplies ready as necessary for procedures and minor surgery, i.e. pap, biopsies, I and D’s laceration repair, toenail removal.
• Ensure that proper sterilization procedures are being followed.
• Prepares and administers medication orally, intramuscularly, sublingually, intravenously (if applicable) using excellent technique.
• Calculates drug doses accurately (Yearly medication calculation competency).
• Send Task to the RX refill nurses as needed.
• Participates in Patient Education.
• Have materials and handouts readily available in the room or able to retrieve information from the internet.
• Request support from professional staff when required.
• Assists other teams when needed.
• Respond to “Flags” and adding to the workgroup of the clinic assigned to for the day.
• Maintains and completes inbox for a nurse out sick or if you are the extra nurse for the clinic.
• Assists in overall operations of assigned clinic.
• Monthly inventory.
• Proper care of equipment and supplies.
• Assist with orientation of new medical assistants.
• Checks and signs off on crash cart regularly in compliance with protocol.
• Participates in continuing education on a regular basis and as offered.
• Is supportive and attends in‑services provided by VWHS.
• Knowledgeable about emergency calls and maintains current CPR.
• Completes and passes annual competency assessments.

*Specific assignments according to the health care provider that the nurse works with on a regular basis.

* Comply with all CLIA, AAHC, and other certifying or accrediting agency regulations and standards.

* Other duties that may not be specified.

Requirements

• Graduate from a medical assistant school and one-year medical office experience preferred.
• Current Medical Certification or Registered Medical Assistant preferred.
• Knowledge of equipment and technology used in the nursing area.
• BLS certification/training and certification.

Why Join Valley‑Wide?

Valley‑Wide Health Systems, Inc. is dedicated to providing high‑quality, patient‑centered healthcare to all individuals across our multi‑county service area in southern Colorado. As a non‑profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we offer premier primary and preventive care through our 34 service sites strategically located in rural communities.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Free Health Insurance (additional plan options available)
• Employer‑paid Air Ambulance Coverage (MASA)
• Employer‑paid Basic Life, LTD, STD
• Retirement Match
• Vacation: 10 days accrued per year
• Sick Leave: 12 days accrued per year
• Holidays: 7 days per year + 3 Floating Holidays
• Pay Range: Hourly – Min: $17.64– Max: $22.05 (based on qualifications and experience) with a $2.50 differential for each hour worked.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Valley‑Wide Health Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunity, with hiring decisions based on job‑related factors.

Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). For more information on employee rights under FMLA, please visit: FMLA Employee Rights.

Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.