Medical Assistant Neurology Clinic

Intermountain Health • Grand Junction, CO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides care to patients with acute and chronic needs in an ambulatory neurology clinic. Under the direction of a clinician, the Medical Assistant supports patient visits by gathering information relevant to the patient’s visit and condition. The role includes communicating with patients by telephone and in person, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and paying close attention to detail and follow-through to support patient care. The position is based at the Neurology Clinic in Grand Junction, Colorado, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week. The posted hourly range is $20.07–$28.59, with the actual rate dependent on experience.

Intermountain Health describes a warm and welcoming team and opportunities for career advancement, including potential paths such as Medical Assistant Senior, Registered Nurse, and Practice Manager. Employees may receive up to $5,250 annually in education assistance, and the organization partners with schools for debt-free programs.

The role requires ongoing visual and auditory attention, manual dexterity for handling equipment and frequent computer use, and the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull supplies, equipment, and patient transport devices. Duties may also involve assisting with patient transfers and ambulation, walking, bending, navigating busy rooms, and standing for extended periods. Driving demands apply only to roles that require driving.

Requirements

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers, obtained before the start date.
• Meet one of the following: proof of completion of a Medical Assistant program; at least one year of Medical Assistant work experience; or a current, active, and in-good-standing Colorado RN/LPN license.
• 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 privacy, confidentiality, and Protected Health Information (PHI).

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: RMA through AMT, NCMA, CCMA, or CMA through AAMA.

Responsibilities

• Assist the provider under the clinician’s direction by gathering information relevant to the patient’s visit and condition.
• Communicate clearly with patients seeking care through telephone and in-person interactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on patient care.
• Protect patients’, members’, and caregivers’ privacy, confidentiality, and Protected Health Information.
• Document patient care and access needed information using computer systems.
• Assist with transferring and ambulating patients and transporting supplies and equipment as needed.

Benefits

• Up to $5,250 annually in education assistance.
• Partnerships with schools for debt-free programs.
• A comprehensive benefits package covering programs intended to support wellness and well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed