Medical Assistant Lead

UCHealth; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to lead and mentor a team in a fast-paced healthcare environment. This role involves developing departmental policies, providing guidance, and fostering a collaborative atmosphere among team members. The ideal candidate will possess strong critical thinking skills and a commitment to improving patient care. With a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the community. Join a workforce that values diversity and is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage

403(b) with employer matching

Paid time off (PTO)

Employer-paid life and disability coverage

Wellness benefits

Education benefits and tuition reimbursement

Loan Repayment assistance for PSLF

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED and MA certification.
• 1 year of healthcare experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assists in developing and evaluating departmental policies.
• Mentors and evaluates team members' performance.
• Coordinates services and prioritizes assignments.

Skills

Healthcare Experience

Critical Thinking

Team Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MA Certification or Registration (CCMA/RMA)

BLS Certification

Job description

Description

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Internal Med Lowry, US:CO:Denver

Department: Um Denver

FTE: Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Day and Night Rotation

Pay: $22.14 - $28.78 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

Summary:

Leads team members of an assigned area or function by demonstrating and providing advanced knowledge of job responsibilities.

Responsibilities:

• Assists with the development, implementation, and evaluation of departmental policies and procedures.
• Provides mentoring, monitoring, coaching, and contributes to evaluation of team members' performance.
• Serves as a positive role model for team members by working with them to promote efficiency, quality, teamwork and cooperation.
• Assists with coordinating services, prioritizing assignments and workflow, and promoting situational decision-making/problem solving.
• Performs all responsibilities of primary role. Takes responsibility for, or provides guidance to team members on the handling of simple or complex issues.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• MA certification or registration (CCMA/RMA)
• BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be current.
• 1 year of healthcare experience.

We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives.

UCHealth invests in its Workforce.

UCHealth offers a Three Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure with UCHealth. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October following completion of three years' employment.

UCHealth offers their employees a comprehensive total rewards package (benefit eligibility is based off of FTE status):

• Medical, dental and vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents
• 403(b) with employer matching contributions
• Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence; PTO starts accruing at employment
• Employer-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up options
• Employer-paid short term and long-term disability with buy-up options
• Wellness benefits
• Voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts (with HD/HSA plans), identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discounts
• Education benefits, including potential full coverage for certain degrees and up to $5,250 annually in tuition reimbursement

Loan Repayment:

• UCHealth is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Employees receive free assistance navigating the PSLF process through Savi.

UCHealth welcomes talent. This position remains open for a minimum of three days or until a top candidate is selected.

UCHealth values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions based on valid requirements and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or other protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are provided when feasible.

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