Medical Assistant - South Metro

Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains • Greenwood Village, CO

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports providers under their supervision and delegation, delivering culturally competent, destigmatizing, patient-centered care in compliance with applicable regulations and Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains’ Medical Standards & Guidelines, pharmacy, HIPAA, OSHA, and CLIA requirements. The role supports abortion care through direct clinical triage, patient education, and follow-up for patients navigating abortion services. This position is represented by SEIU, Local 105 and governed by a collective bargaining agreement.

The Medical Assistant performs clinical tasks, supports providers during procedures, helps maintain health center operations, and contributes to an organized and effective worksite. The schedule is approximately 37.5 hours per week: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Specific schedule details will be discussed during the interview; flexibility to work weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed is preferred.

The salary range is $22.08–$23.78 per hour, or $23.43–$25.24 per hour for candidates with an active medical assistant certification (CCMA, CMA, NCMA, or RMA). Placement depends on years of directly relevant experience. Spanish fluency, upon passing a test, adds $2.25 per hour.

Health center and other patient- or community-facing employees must either have the COVID-19 vaccine or wear a mask at all times beginning November 1. Employees working directly with patients or the community, or in a health center, must either have a flu shot or wear a mask during patient/community contact or while in the health center from November 1 through April 30 each year. Proof must be uploaded upon hire. A background check is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Reliable transportation.
• Obtain Medical Assistant certification within 15 months of hire if not already certified.
• Complete PPRM Ultrasound training within nine months of hire, except in New Mexico.
• Obtain and maintain BLS certification within six weeks of hire.
• Ability to comply with applicable clinical regulations and organizational standards.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed, is identified as ideal.

Nice To Haves

• Active Medical Assistant certification (CCMA, CMA, NCMA, or RMA).
• Bilingual Spanish skills; Spanish fluency pay is available upon passing a test.
• Directly relevant experience, such as previous Medical Assistant experience, may be considered for salary placement.

Responsibilities

• Perform vital signs and collect patient information, including allergies and medication lists.
• Collect blood and urine specimens for appropriate tests.
• Perform basic point-of-care laboratory tests, including pregnancy tests and selected delegated CLIA-waived tests and related controls.
• Document collected information and test results accurately in the medical record.
• Perform venipuncture and injections after training and competency validation.
• Perform basic dating ultrasounds after training and competency validation.
• Dispense medications and supplies.
• Sanitize examination rooms and medical equipment, including using an autoclave and ultrasound-cleaning equipment.
• Assist providers with clinical procedures, including abortion, IUD placement, and cervical cancer screening.
• Act as a chaperone during patient examinations or procedures as needed.
• Escort patients throughout the health center and upon discharge.
• Act as a mandatory reporter in accordance with state and regulatory requirements.
• Support patient follow-up, including contacting patients by telephone or electronic communications.
• Help monitor and order supplies and maintain accurate inventory of medications and materials needed for health center operations.
• Assist with routine health center upkeep and cleaning, including stocking examination rooms.
• Contribute to research by introducing study opportunities to patients during check-in or rooming, among other activities.
• Complete side tasks, including Birth Control by Mail, records release, and special fund tracking.
• Support providers and the care team in maintaining patient-centered care and effective health center operations.

What This Job Offers

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