Medical Assistant MA OBGYN Fort Collins

Banner Health•Fort Collins, CO

2d•$21 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports clinicians and nursing staff in providing and evaluating direct patient care in Banner Health’s OB/GYN clinic. The role assists with routine gynecologic visits, prenatal and postpartum care, contraceptive management, and women’s health screenings. Medical Assistants prepare patients for exams and procedures, gather health histories, update medications, record vital signs, and assist providers with examinations and treatments. Clinical duties may include administering injections and vaccinations, point-of-care testing, phlebotomy, EKGs, and preparing exam rooms and equipment. The position also coordinates patient care through medication refills and prior authorizations, referrals, diagnostic testing, scheduling, and communication of test results and follow-up care. Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate medical records and billing information, cleaning and disinfecting equipment and clinical areas, stocking supplies, and supporting a smooth patient experience. The role works under the direct supervision of providers and interacts with patients, families, staff, physicians, and external contacts. The primary work location is the Fort Collins office, with floating to the Loveland clinic. Schedule is Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., working four 10-hour shifts with a varying day off. A $1,000 hire-on bonus is offered to external candidates; details are provided during the interview.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
Completion of a Banner-approved medical assistant training program that meets state-defined regulations.
Active Medical Assistant certification: RMA from AMT, CMA from AAMA, CCMA from NHA, or NCMA from NCCT.
BLS certification required upon hire.
Strong computer skills, including the ability to work with medical software.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple changing priorities effectively and in an organized fashion.

Nice To Haves

Experience with office medical procedures and treatments.
Knowledge of insurance and managed care operations.
Experience with EMR and scheduling software.
Additional related education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for exams and treatment by collecting and recording vital signs, symptoms, measurements, chief complaints, and pain scores as appropriate; report changes in patient condition to the clinician.
Assist providers with examinations and minor in-office procedures, including phlebotomy, ear irrigation, EKGs, and acting as a chaperone when needed.
Prioritize patient flow through the clinical process and use universal blood and body fluid precautions and personal protective equipment as needed.
Coordinate patient care, including pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions, scheduling, diagnostic testing, and communicating test results to patients.
Administer medications as permitted by established policies and procedures or as directed.
Provide clerical support and maintain complete, accurate patient records, including relevant labs, authorizations, imaging, hospital records, and prior care documentation.
Provide complete and accurate billing information for patient encounters in a timely manner.
Clean and disinfect equipment, instruments, exam rooms, and storage areas; follow sterilization procedures, manufacturer recommendations, and OSHA guidelines for hazardous substances.
Perform basic equipment maintenance and coordinate needed repairs.
Order supplies as directed and stock patient care areas; perform medication-related tasks, including handling expired medications or equipment and recalls.
Maintain effective communication with internal and external customers and support a service-oriented team environment.
Complete required onboarding and orientation activities, including simulation training as needed or directed.
Support care coordination and respond to information from multiple sources concerning changes in patients’ and families’ health status.