University of Colorado·Aurora, Colorado
The Medical Assistant provides patient care under the direction of a healthcare provider, including rooming patients and recording vital signs. They also facilitate clinic workflow, manage patient documentation, and assist with medication and treatment procedures.
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 (All Levels): A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis. Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future. Preferred Qualifications (All Levels): Experience with MS Office. Experience with EPIC. Experience with Kronos. Experience with HealthStream. Conditions of Employment (All Levels): 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 (All Levels): 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.
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s): A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to the 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: Nykol Jefferson, Nykol.Jefferson@cuanschutz.edu Screening of Applications Begins: Immediately and continues until the position is filled. Anticipated Pay Range: The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as: Medical Assistant: $21.21 to $24.77 per hour Certified Medical Assistant: $22.98 to $26.84 per hour 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 may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level. 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 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination 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, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. 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 hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu. 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.
Candidates must have completed an accredited medical assistant program or possess one year of relevant work experience. A current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required, and Certified Medical Assistant applicants must hold a valid CMA certification.
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