Medical Assistant MA OBGYN Fort Collins

Banner Health•Boise, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Banner Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for its OB-GYN clinic in Fort Collins, Colorado. The role supports clinicians and nursing staff in providing and evaluating direct patient care, using specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to deliver an excellent patient experience. The clinic provides routine gynecologic visits, prenatal and postpartum care, contraceptive management, and women’s health screenings. The position primarily reports to the Fort Collins office and also floats to the Loveland clinic. The Medical Assistant prepares patients for exams and procedures, assists providers with examinations and minor in-office procedures, and supports clinical operations through patient-care coordination, documentation, and communication. Clinical tasks may include obtaining vital signs and health histories, assisting with treatments, administering medications or vaccinations as directed, performing point-of-care testing, phlebotomy, and EKGs. The role also coordinates referrals, authorizations, prescriptions, diagnostic testing, scheduling, and patient follow-up, while maintaining a clean and properly stocked clinical environment. The position works under the direct supervision of providers and interacts with patients, families, clinicians, staff, and external healthcare contacts. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., working four 10-hour shifts with a varying day off. An advertised $1,000 hire-on bonus is available to external candidates; the recruiter will discuss details during the interview.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent working knowledge.
Completion of a Banner-approved medical assistant training program that meets applicable state regulations.
Active medical assistant certification from one of the following: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from American Medical Technologists (AMT); Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA); Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Health Career Association (NHA); or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from National Certified Competency Testing (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, managed care operations, EMR, and scheduling software.
Additional related education and/or experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examinations and treatment by obtaining and recording vital signs, symptoms, measurements, chief complaints, and pain scores as appropriate.
Report patient conditions that may indicate a change in health status to the clinician.
Assist providers with examinations and minor in-office procedures, including phlebotomy, ear irrigation, and EKGs; act as a chaperone when needed.
Follow universal blood and body-fluid precautions and use personal protective equipment as needed.
Prioritize patient flow through the clinical process.
Coordinate patient care, including precertifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions, scheduling, diagnostic testing, and other medical treatments.
Communicate test results and follow-up information to patients and serve as a resource to clinicians in supporting patient care.
Administer medications as permitted by established policies and procedures or as directed.
Provide clerical support for patient notifications and documentation, maintaining complete medical records and supplying accurate billing information in a timely manner.
Clean and disinfect equipment, exam rooms, instruments, and storage areas; follow sterilization procedures, manufacturer recommendations, and OSHA guidelines for hazardous substances.
Perform basic equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs when needed.
Order supplies as directed and stock patient-care areas; handle medication-related tasks, including expired medications, equipment, and recalls.
Maintain effective communication with internal and external customers and contribute to a service-oriented team environment.
Complete required onboarding and orientation activities, including simulation training as needed or directed.
Support providers and staff by prioritizing information from multiple sources concerning changes in patient and family health status.