Open Rank Medical Assistant - Orthopedics, Inverness

InsideHigherEd; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Colorado is seeking Medical Assistants to join their team. The role involves supporting clinic workflows, ensuring quality patient care, and maintaining patient confidentiality. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and medical terminology knowledge. The position offers an excellent benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical Plan Options

Dental Plan Options

Vision Insurance

401(a) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

22 Vacation Days

15 Sick Days

10 Holiday Days

Tuition Benefit

ECO Pass

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program or one year of experience.
• Current CMA certification required for Certified Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and record vital signs and patient history.
• Document all care provided and procedures performed.
• Communicate effectively with patients.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Medical Terminology

CPT & ICD-10 Procedures

Value-Based Care Knowledge

Medication Administration

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant Program

CMA Certification

Tools

EPIC

HealthStream

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department : Community Practice

Job Title : Open Rank Medical Assistant - Orthopedics, Inverness

Position # : 00821731 – Requisition # : 35322

Job Summary :

Calling all Medical Assistants and Certified Medical Assistants! Our busy clinics are recruiting for Medical Assistants! We need your training and skills to help our clinic run smoothly, providing 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 works to facilitate clinic workflow, assist patients, and ensure safe, seamless delivery of care for each patient.

Key Responsibilities :

• Accurately rooms patients, obtain & 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 and according to policy.
• Maintains patient confidentiality, written and verbal.
• Communicates effectively and in an attentive manner with every patient encounter.
• Verifies 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 Englewood, 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 haveAMAZINGbenefits 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 .

Diversity and Equity :

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication, and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all veterans. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

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 (For All Levels) : A combination of education and related technical / paraprofessional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications :

• EPIC experience.
• HealthStream experience.

Conditions of Employment :

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers issued by theAmerican Heart Association or 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) :

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Immediately and continues until theposition is filled. Best consideration will be given to those who apply by November 28, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range :

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

Medical Assistant : $44,116 to $51,527

Certified Medical Assistant : $47,813 to $55,846

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.

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 [emailprotected] .

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.

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 .