Medical Assistant - Colorado Springs, CO

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains•Colorado Springs, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports providers in a culturally competent, destigmatizing, and patient-centered manner while following applicable regulations and Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains’ Medical Standards & Guidelines, pharmacy, HIPAA, OSHA, and CLIA requirements. The role supports abortion care through clinical triage, patient education, and follow-up for people navigating abortion services. It is represented by SEIU, Local 105, and governed by a collective bargaining agreement. The position combines direct clinical support with health center operations. Clinical work includes collecting patient information and specimens, performing basic point-of-care tests, documenting results, assisting with procedures, and supporting patient movement and follow-up. Operational duties include maintaining supplies and a clean, organized health center, assisting with research and administrative tasks, and supporting the team as needed. The schedule alternates between Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. in Week 1 and Monday–Wednesday, 8 a.m.–6 p.m. in Week 2. The employer notes that candidates should be able to work a flexible schedule, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Pay is $22.08–$23.78 per hour, or $23.43–$25.24 per hour for candidates with an active medical assistant certification. Placement depends on directly relevant experience. Spanish fluency, after passing a test, qualifies for an additional $2.25 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Reliable transportation.
Obtain and maintain BLS certification within six weeks of hire.
Complete PPRM Ultrasound training within nine months of hire, except in New Mexico.
If not already certified, obtain Medical Assistant certification within 15 months of hire.
Follow applicable regulations and PPRM’s Medical Standards & Guidelines, including pharmacy, HIPAA, OSHA, and CLIA requirements.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

Current Medical Assistant certification (CCMA, CMA, NCMA, or RMA) is preferred.
Spanish bilingual skills are strongly preferred; Spanish fluency qualifies for a language differential after passing a test.

Responsibilities

Perform vital signs and collect patient information, including allergies and medication lists.
Collect blood and urine specimens for appropriate tests.
Perform basic point-of-care laboratory tests, including pregnancy tests and selected delegated CLIA-waived tests and controls.
Accurately document collected information and test results in the medical record.
Perform venipuncture and injections after training and competency validation.
Perform basic dating ultrasounds after training and competency validation.
Dispense medications and supplies.
Sanitize exam rooms and medical equipment, including using an autoclave and ultrasound-cleaning equipment.
Assist providers with clinical procedures, including abortion care, IUD placement, and cervical cancer screening.
Chaperone patient exams or procedures when needed.
Escort patients throughout the health center and upon discharge.
Act as a mandatory reporter according to state and regulatory requirements.
Support patient follow-up, including by telephone or electronic communications.
Help monitor and order supplies and maintain accurate inventory of medications and materials.
Assist with routine health center upkeep and cleaning, including stocking exam rooms.
Contribute to research by introducing study opportunities to patients during check-in or rooming.
Complete side tasks such as Birth Control by Mail, records release, and special fund tracking.
Support the provider and team in facilitating patient care and maintaining an organized, effective worksite.