MEDICAL ASSISTANT - CLINIC

Mesa County, CO•Honolulu, HI

23h•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides comprehensive support in a dynamic public health clinic specializing in family medicine and women’s, community and environmental health. Responsible for a broad range of clinical and administrative duties to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. Adheres to all federal and state regulations governing patient confidentiality, documentation standards, and professional credentials. Accurately maintains electronic health records (EHR) and ensures timely completion of all clinical and administrative responsibilities. Demonstrates strong time management skills to optimize workflow and minimize downtime. Collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary team members to support seamless clinic operations and enhance patient outcomes.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
2 years clinical or community health experience, preferred OR
Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.
Valid BLS Certification or able to obtain within 6 months of employment
Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications including, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Knowledge and ability to use Google Applications including Gmail and Drive.

Nice To Haves

Certification or Registration as a Medical Assistant, preferred
Certification or Registration as a Phlebotomy Technician, preferred

Responsibilities

Greets and prepares patients for clinical visits; reviews medical history, obtains and documents vital signs, administers routine immunizations, and collects blood and other specimens for laboratory testing per established protocols.
Ensures timely and accurate completion of all documentation, including patient encounters, lab results, medical release forms, and consent documentation, in compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards.
Assists providers with a full range of family medicine and women’s health procedures, including but not limited to PAP smears, colposcopies, biopsies, IUD/implant insertions and removals, endometrial biopsies, STD screenings, vasectomies, and comprehensive physical exams.
Assists with telemedicine visits as needed and directed.
Accurately performs and documents results for routine diagnostic procedures and point- of-care testing in the required electronic health records (EHR). These tasks include, but are not limited to, blood draws, taurine screens, and rapid CLIA waived tests.
Clearly communicates lab and diagnostic results to providers and patients as directed, ensuring timeliness and confidentiality.
Administers/dispenses oral and injectable medications, performs appropriate lab tests, and completes routine hearing and vision screenings according to the ordering provider, standing order, and per clinic protocol and training.
Supports population health and quality improvement efforts by accurately entering and tracking clinical data related to patient screenings, follow-up appointments, and outcomes for chronic disease management, preventive services, and reproductive health.
Clearly explains clinical procedures to patients and addresses basic questions in a professional and compassionate manner.
Maintains a clean, organized and safe clinical environment, including but not limited to, sanitizing exam rooms and medical equipment, accurately labeling and preparing lab specimens for transport, completing routine inventory and stocking exam rooms.
Coordinates care by managing medical record requests and tracking internal and external referrals, resources, and programs required for the care model.
Maintains laboratory compliance, participates in quality assurance activities, and performs environmental lab-related tasks including, but not limited to, equipment checks, temperature logs, inventory of control materials, documentation required for regulatory audits (e.g., CLIA, OSHA), clinical point-of-care (POC) testing—such as pregnancy tests, glucose tests, and rapid infectious disease screenings—in accordance with clinical protocols.
Performs additional related duties as assigned to support overall clinic and lab efficiency and quality of care Updated April 9, 2026
Demonstrates professionalism, punctuality, and strong time management skills. Expected to actively contribute to a team-based care model, maintain flexibility to support clinic needs, and uphold a patient-centered approach in all interactions.
If bilingual, provide translation and interpretation for Spanish-speaking patients. Otherwise, utilize appropriate language services, such as a language line, for proper patient communication.