Medical Assistant Heart and Vascular

Intermountain Health•Denver, CO

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides care to patients with acute and chronic needs in an ambulatory clinic setting. Under the direction of a clinician, the Medical Assistant supports the provider by gathering information relevant to each patient’s visit and condition. The role includes communicating with patients by telephone and in person, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and demonstrating attention to detail and follow-through. This position is in the Heart and Vascular clinic in Denver, Colorado, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

Successful completion of a Medical Assistant program, or one year of Medical Assistant experience, or a current RN/LPN license.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers, obtained before the start date.
Basic computer skills, including word processing and data entry.
Professional manner and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with patients and fellow caregivers to deliver a high level of customer and patient satisfaction.
Ability to protect the privacy, confidentiality, and Protected Health Information (PHI) of patients, members, and caregivers.
Ability to read information and labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, and identify equipment and supplies.
Manual dexterity to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy.
Ability to lift, bend, carry, push, and pull items and equipment, including heavy items, and to assist with patient transfers and ambulation.
Ability to walk, navigate busy rooms, and stand in a stationary position for extended periods.
Ability to communicate verbally and hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues promptly and accurately.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an outpatient clinic or other healthcare setting.
Computer literacy with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and other relevant software.
Current national Medical Assistant certification or registration: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) of AMT, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) of the AAMA.

Responsibilities

Provide patient care under the direction of a clinician, assisting the provider in gathering information relevant to the patient’s visit and condition.
Communicate clearly with patients through telephone and in-person interactions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on patient care.
Protect the privacy and confidentiality of patient, member, and caregiver information.
Document patient care and access relevant information using computers and related systems.
Assist with patient transfers and ambulation, and transport patients, supplies, and equipment as needed.