Medical Assistant

Power Health • Aurora, CO

13d • $22 - $26

About The Position

Power Health Colorado is seeking an experienced, organized, and patient-focused Medical Assistant to support its multidisciplinary specialty care team. The organization provides physical medicine and rehabilitation, interventional pain management, physical therapy, chiropractic care, behavioral health, and care for work-related and personal injuries at multiple locations throughout the Denver metro area. The Medical Assistant will help deliver efficient, compassionate patient care in a fast-paced clinical environment by anticipating provider needs, preparing charts and clinical spaces, supporting procedures, coordinating follow-up, and maintaining accurate documentation. Previous experience in PM&R, interventional pain management, orthopedics, or another specialty care setting is strongly preferred. The role may support clinical operations across locations and requires travel between clinic locations when needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program or equivalent relevant clinical experience.
• Previous experience working in a medical office or outpatient clinical setting.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology, clinical workflows, and electronic medical records.
• Experience obtaining vital signs, rooming patients, preparing charts, and assisting providers.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy clinical setting.
• Strong communication skills and a professional, patient-focused demeanor.
• Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and follow through on assigned responsibilities.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, infection prevention, and general clinical safety standards.
• Ability to travel between clinic locations when needed.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of Medical Assistant experience.
• Experience in PM&R, pain management, orthopedics, neurology, or other specialty care settings.
• Experience assisting with in-office procedures, injections, and diagnostic testing.
• Familiarity with workers’ compensation and personal injury patient populations.
• Experience with eClinicalWorks (eCW) or similar electronic medical record systems.
• Experience preparing charts for specialty providers and coordinating imaging, referrals, and prior authorizations.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), or equivalent certification.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, obtain and document vital signs, review medical histories, and prepare patients for examinations.
• Assist physicians, physician assistants, and other clinical providers during patient visits and procedures.
• Prepare examination rooms, equipment, instruments, and supplies before appointments.
• Assist with in-office procedures, injections, and other clinical treatments within the Medical Assistant’s authorized scope of practice.
• Provide patients with instructions regarding appointments, procedures, follow-up care, and provider recommendations.
• Review and prepare patient charts before appointments, verifying histories, medication lists, allergies, prior treatment records, imaging reports, and specialist documentation.
• Identify missing documentation, referrals, authorizations, imaging, or outside medical records and coordinate retrieval before appointments.
• Ensure relevant documentation and clinical information are available for new patient evaluations, follow-up visits, and procedures.
• Accurately document patient information, clinical activities, and provider-directed updates in the electronic medical record; support documentation workflows and route completed charts appropriately.
• Maintain organized, accurate records and protect patient confidentiality.
• Anticipate provider needs and prepare examination rooms, treatment areas, and materials for scheduled patients and office-based procedures.
• Assist providers with obtaining and organizing imaging, diagnostic results, and relevant medical documentation.
• Coordinate provider orders, diagnostic testing, referrals, and follow-up appointments; track outstanding orders, test results, and clinical tasks.
• Communicate with providers about patient concerns, missing documentation, and issues affecting clinical care.
• Coordinate with front-office staff, scheduling teams, case managers, and clinical providers to support efficient patient flow.
• Assist with prescription refill requests and prior authorizations as directed by licensed clinical staff.
• Communicate with pharmacies, imaging facilities, referring providers, and other healthcare organizations as needed.
• Maintain clinical inventory and notify leadership of supply or equipment needs.
• Follow infection prevention, sterilization, and workplace safety protocols; maintain clean, stocked, organized, patient-ready clinical areas.
• Identify opportunities to improve patient experiences, clinical efficiency, and operational workflows.
• Support clinical operations across locations as needed.

Benefits

• Medical benefits.
• Dental benefits.
• Vision benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Paid holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Supportive, collaborative team environment.
• Additional benefits based on eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED