Medical Assistant - Walk-In Clinic Canon (56032)

Health Solutions•Cañon City, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Health Solutions is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant I for its Family Practice and Walk-In clinic in Canon City, Colorado. The role supports multidisciplinary care teams in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and contributes to Alternative Payment Model (APM) quality measures, including preventive care and chronic disease management. The Medical Assistant works under the supervision of the Department Director or Supervisor and provides clinical and administrative support to providers and patients across all age groups, from infants through geriatric populations. The position is based in a fast-paced outpatient clinical setting, with frequent interaction with patients, providers, and care teams. The workplace is described as warm and friendly, where staff respect and learn from one another. The role may require travel between clinic sites.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Current MA certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA, or equivalent).
Current Basic Life Support certificate.
Valid driver's license, good driving record, and car insurance.
At least 1 year of experience in a clinical setting; primary care or multispecialty experience is preferred.
Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
Strong computer skills and knowledge.
Ability to work independently.
Must already be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.
Ability to adapt to workplace changes and use change as an opportunity for innovation and creativity.
Ability to take ownership of problems, consider solutions, use sound judgment, and follow through.
Ability to perform fundamental job functions and willingly assume greater responsibility over time.
Ability to model collaborative teamwork and Human Kindness, and demonstrate accommodation, politeness, helpfulness, trust building, appropriate boundaries, and flexibility.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with APMs, value-based care, or population health initiatives.
Previous experience in a float position.
Two years of medical office or healthcare experience.
Knowledge of billing and medical electronic records.
Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical and administrative support to physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare providers.
Support front-office operations, including patient check-in and check-out.
Prepare patients for examinations; take vital signs, including manual blood pressure; conduct depression screenings; and document medical histories in the EHR.
Assist with procedures, perform CLIA-waived testing, collect specimens, and perform point-of-care testing.
Perform EKGs, spirometry, nebulizer treatments, minor wound care, and administration of intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
Collaborate with nurses, behavioral health specialists, care coordinators, pharmacists, and other multidisciplinary team members to support comprehensive care.
Support APM quality initiatives by tracking and documenting measures such as immunizations, screenings, and chronic disease follow-ups, and by conducting pre-visit planning.
Participate in team huddles, quality improvement initiatives, and care planning meetings.
Follow HIPAA, OSHA, and infection-control standards.
Provide ordered medical services and clinical support appropriate to patients' age-specific needs across the life cycle.
Coordinate and schedule diagnostic procedures, including x-rays, lab work, and other medical testing, and ensure timely communication with patients and providers.
Work with insurance companies to obtain pre-authorizations and verify coverage requirements for ordered services as needed.
Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and work effectively with patients from diverse racial, ethnic, educational, and socioeconomic backgrounds, and with varying sexual orientations and gender identities.
Understand substance use disorders and collaborate with the medical team to provide compassionate, evidence-based care.
Create a positive, respectful, and empathetic environment during patient interactions.
Support patients in their recovery journey and contribute to improved health outcomes and quality of life.
Travel between clinic sites as needed.

Benefits

Competitive pay of $20.93 per hour, dependent on experience, certification, and shift.
Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Tuition reimbursement.
Retirement plan with employer match up to 6%.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with low deductibles.
Wellness program and wellness benefits.
Flexible spending account (FSA).
Life and AD&D insurance and long-term disability insurance.
Additional voluntary insurance benefits, including voluntary life and Sun Life voluntary benefits.
Pet insurance.
Childcare.
Flexible work schedule.
Employee recognition and celebrations.