POSITION IS FULL TIME TO START AND THEN IT WILL BE PRN

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant (MA) position works in conjunction with the Community Health Services clinical staff and would be responsible for preparing clients for examination, performing the tasks necessary to begin and complete the medical visit, gathering specimens, administering injections, cleaning and sterilizing instruments, preparing charts and documenting, tracking inventory and ordering supplies, answering clinic phones, scheduling appointments, checking clients in/out, assisting RN or NP as needed. (Full-time to train and then will go to a PRN position)

Essential Job Functions
 Prepare clients for examination including vital signs, height, weight, history, etc.
 Administering vaccines, injections and occasional oral medications.
 Cleaning and sterilizing instruments and stocking room supplies.
 Maintaining inventory and ordering supplies when needed.
 Answering phones and scheduling appointments.
 Follow up with lab results under NP/RN supervision.
 Complete charting as appropriate using both paper and electronic methods.
 Maintain confidentiality at all levels.
 Participate in Department and community response trainings and drills consistent with job classification in support of public health emergency and disaster preparedness and use of incident command structure.
 Performs other functions as required to fulfill the expectations of the position and the goals and objectives of assigned program/projects and the agency.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
 Well organized and efficient in managing multiple responsibilities.
 Outstanding verbal and written communications skills.
 Excellent records management skills.
 Knowledge of best practices and program-specific guidelines.
 High degree of attention to detail when completing chart updates and/or reviewing
program documentation.
 Ability to engage with and work with the public, other personnel and teams.
 Ability to assess work areas ensuring proper supplies/equipment are available for
continued functions at optimal levels.
 Ability to work with current computer software programs with advanced skill and
competence (including keyboarding and troubleshooting).
 Knowledge of office procedures including telephone etiquette and use of all office
equipment (copier, fax machine, computer, scales etc.).
 Flexible with a positive and professional attitude.

Qualifications | Requirements
High School graduate or General Education Development (GED) equivalent and graduation from a medical assistant training program. Certified MA or Registered MA required.

Experience: One year of MA experience required.

Fluency in writing, texting, and speaking English. Ability to write, text, and speak fluently in Spanish is desired.

Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license and be able to provide personal transportation for work-related business. Must obtain annual flu vaccination and any job specific immunizations. May be required to submit to a two-step PPD test. Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

Work Environment | Physical Demands
Work schedule is typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. but may be required to work beyond normal work schedule, such as evenings, weekends, or holidays. The work may require some physical exertion such as long periods of sitting, standing, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities. May be required to lift and carry up to 49 pounds on an infrequent basis, lift and carry up to 20 pounds on a regular basis, climb stairs, bend, reach, hold (particularly children receiving vaccines – may require ample pressure),
grasp and turn objects; and use fingers to perform routine medical procedures, and operate computer or typewriter keyboards. The work requires the ability to speak fluently and to use normal or aided vision and hearing.

Work is subject to recurring and inflexible deadlines and frequent interruptions; may involve evening and weekend meetings/trainings and travel out of the area. Employee will be required to respond to emergencies, as needed.

Pay: From $15.75 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
You must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

License/Certification:

• Registered Medical Assistant License (Required)
• Colorado Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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