Open Rank Medical Assistant - Dermatology, Highlands Ranch

University of Colorado; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Colorado is seeking an Open Rank Medical Assistant for its Dermatology clinic in Highlands Ranch. This role involves providing patient care, facilitating clinic workflow, and ensuring quality care delivery. Ideal candidates will have completed an accredited medical assistant program and possess strong organizational skills. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical and dental plan options

401(a) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off and vacation days

Tuition benefit for employees

ECO Pass for public transport

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program or one year of experience.
• Current CMA certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of CPT & ICD-10 procedures.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain vital signs.
• Document care provided in patient medical records.
• Assist in prescription refills and maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Ability to take and record vital signs

Education

Completion of an accredited medical assistant program

Current CMA certification

Tools

MS Office

EPIC

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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Community Practice

Job Title: Open Rank Medical Assistant - Dermatology, Highlands Ranch

Position #: 00834977 – Requisition #:36876

Job Summary:

Calling all Medical Assistants and Certified Medical Assistants! Our busy clinics are recruiting Medical Assistants! We need your training and skills to help our clinic run smoothly and provide our patients with top-notch quality care.

The Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for providing patient care under the direction of a physician or another healthcare provider. The MA facilitates clinic workflow, assists patients, and ensures safe, seamless delivery of care for each patient.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately rooms patients, obtains & records vital signs, patient history, and reason for seeking care.
• Accurately processes and records telephone messages in patient medical records and according to policy.
• Assists in preparing prescription refills for providers according to policy.
• Maintains patient confidentiality, written and verbal.
• Communicates effectively and in an attentive manner with every patient encounter.
• Verifies the patient’s understanding of the purpose of the visit.
• Accurately documents all care provided and procedures performed within the patient’s medical record.
  
  

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Highlands Ranch, CO.

Why Join Us:

Community Practice Medicine, housed within the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado, is seeking trained medical professionals to join our growing team. With clinics spanning from Longmont to Castle Rock, we offer a wide variety of opportunities. Specialty areas include, but are not limited to: Orthopedics, Vascular Surgery, OBGYN, Internal Medicine, Urology, Psychiatry, and many more!

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical, and research facility serving 4,500 students and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers, and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
  
  

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Medical Assistant:

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program OR one year of medical assistant work experience.
  
  

Certified Medical Assistant:

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program.
• One year of medical assistant work experience.
• Current CMA certification (i.e., AAMA, NCCT).
• Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS Office experience.
• EPIC experience.
• Kronos experience.
• HealthStream experience.
  
  

Conditions of Employment:

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross healthcare provider-level CPR certification.
• Maintains all required licensure and certifications for the position.
• Must be able to work in person.
• Must be able to travel to alternate locations as assigned.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational and personal skills.
• Strong medical terminology knowledge and skills.
• Strong knowledge of CPT & ICD-10 procedures.
• Strong knowledge of value-based care and risk-based coding procedures in Primary Care.
• Strong knowledge of medication and injection procedures.
• Ability to safely administer a variety of treatments and medications as directed.
• Ability to use various types of equipment for examination and treatment procedures.
• Ability to accurately take and record vital signs.
• Ability to accurately reconcile patient medications.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions.
  
  

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
• Curriculum vitae / Resume
• Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
  
  

Questions should be directed to: Julia Cahill, [e-mail]

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, please apply within one month of posting.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as

Medical Assistant: $44,116

Certified Medical Assistant: $47,813

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail] .

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine-preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.

University Staff

Job Category

Health Care

Primary Location

Aurora

Department

U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

May 16, 2025

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Posting Contact Name

Julia Cahill

Posting Contact Email

[e-mail]

Position Number

00834977

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Higher Education

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