Certified Medical Assistant - Float Pool (PRN)

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

15d•$23 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Float Pool Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) provides patient care under the direction of a physician or other healthcare provider across Community Practice clinics, specialties, and care teams, according to patient-care and operational needs. The CMA adapts to varying clinic environments, patient populations, and workflows to facilitate clinic operations, assist patients, and support safe, seamless care. The position is onsite in the Denver Metro area and requires travel to alternate locations as assigned. Community Practice Medicine is part of the University of Colorado School of Medicine and operates clinics across a range of specialties, including Orthopedics, Vascular Surgery, OBGYN, Internal Medicine, Urology, and Psychiatry. The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical, and research facility. This position is PRN. The stated starting pay range is $22.98 to $26.84 per hour. The University notes that the position may be eligible for overtime compensation depending on its level, and that employees receive leave, health plans, and retirement contributions.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited medical assistant program.
One year of medical assistant work experience.
Current CMA certification, such as AAMA or NCCT.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association, or healthcare provider-level CPR certification issued by the American Red Cross.
Maintain all required licensure and certifications for the position.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring current or future sponsorship.
Able to work in person and travel to alternate locations as assigned.
Strong organizational and personal skills.
Strong medical terminology knowledge and skills.
Strong knowledge of CPT and 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 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.
A combination of education and related technical or paraprofessional experience may substitute for the stated education and experience requirements on a year-for-year basis.
Minimum qualifications must be met at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience with MS Office.
Experience with EPIC.
Experience with Kronos.
Experience with HealthStream.

Responsibilities

Room patients and accurately obtain and record vital signs, patient history, and the reason for seeking care.
Process and record telephone messages accurately in patient medical records and according to policy.
Assist providers with preparing prescription refills according to policy.
Maintain patient confidentiality in written and verbal communications.
Communicate effectively and attentively during every patient encounter.
Verify that patients understand the purpose of their visit.
Document all care provided and procedures performed accurately in the patient's medical record.
Adapt to clinic environments, patient populations, and workflows across Community Practice clinics and specialties.
Facilitate clinic workflow, assist patients, and support safe delivery of care.