Medical Assistant (Part Time)

Cedar Point Health; Ridgway (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Point Health seeks an experienced Medical Assistant for our Ridgway, Colorado clinic. You will prepare patients, take vitals, and support physicians during exams. The role covers updating records, managing supplies, and coordinating same-day appointments.

Ideal candidates have prior physician office experience, strong teamwork, and are able to lift up to 20 pounds. Schedule is Tuesday through Thursday, 8am to 5pm, with potential coverage at multiple locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a physician's office or similar setting.
• Knowledge of exam room procedures and medical equipment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Review and update patient records prior to appointments.
• Prepare patients for exams and take vitals.
• Maintain exam rooms and stock supplies.
• Assist with injections, EKGs and basic procedures as directed by physicians.
• Schedule and triage patient appointments; respond to patient communications.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Office procedures

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

EKG equipment

Medical equipment

Job description

Description

Do you have a passion for caring for patients? If you are looking for a place where teamwork is a priority and every patient counts, this might be the spot for you!

Do you have a passion for caring for patients? If you are looking for a place where teamwork is a priority and every patient counts, this might be the spot for you! Cedar Point Health is looking for an experienced Medical Assistant to join our team in Ridgway, Colorado.

• Cedar Point Health offers competitive pay and Paid Time Off including sick time.
• Medical Translation Spanish Certification (CHI or CMI) is valued and considered for additional compensation.

Background checks will be performed with an offer of employment.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include, but are not limited to, the following:

Responsibilities

• Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating patient electronic medical record prior to appointment and confers with provider regarding incomplete tests/consults or other orders.
• Prepares patients for examination and treatment by escorting them from the waiting area to the exam room and taking vitals, heights and weights.
• Prepares, cleans, and maintains exam room and treatment rooms. Keeps exam rooms stocked with supplies.
• Gives injections and assists with EKG's, OB/GYN exams and other tests and office procedures as needed, and provides other patient care services as directed by the physicians.
• Maintains sample medication records, administers medication upon physician order and responds to medication requests per practice protocol via (fax, phone and e-script).
• Triages, schedules same day appointments, and responds to patient communication within practice policy.
• Assists providers with patient education and self- management.
• Maintain courteous relationships with outside caregivers, insurance carriers, labs, hospital, and pharmacies at all times.
• Performs other related work as required.
• Make sure to submit transfer form to supervisor prior to applying to any opening to interest. To be considered for the opening - employee apply in addition to completing the transfer form

Requirements

• Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
• knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions
• Skilled in developing and maintain clinical quality assurance
• Ability to work effectively as a team member with physicians and other staff
• Ability to assist in a variety of common office procedures
• Ability to maintain records and record test results.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures
• Ability to use good reasoning and judgment and react calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 20 pounds
• Willing to cover at different locations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

Must be experienced in a physician's office or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Mental and Physical Requirements

Varied activities including standing, walking, reaching, bending and lifting. This position requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Must be able to use a variety of office equipment. May require working under stressful conditions.

Conditions

Normal office and exam room environment. The position requires the ability to work under pressure and with a diverse population, including staff, physicians, clients, patients, insurance companies, labs, hospitals and other members of the public on a regular basis. The position may cause exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinical environment.

Schedule

Tuesday through Thursday, 8am to 5pm