Medical Assistant MA Family Medicine Fort Collins

Banner Health

3d•$21 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Banner Health is hiring a Medical Assistant for its Family Medicine clinic in Fort Collins, Colorado. The role assists clinicians and nursing staff in providing and evaluating direct patient care, using specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to support an excellent patient experience. The position works under the direct supervision of providers and interacts with patients, families, clinical and administrative staff, and external health care contacts. The clinic offers primary and specialty care, including on-site labs and X-rays. The schedule is Monday through Friday, four 10-hour shifts from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a varying day off or a schedule following a provider. The position is based at 702-A W Drake Road, Fort Collins. Banner advertises a $1,000 hire-on bonus for external candidates; the recruiter will discuss the bonus and schedule during the interview. Estimated pay is $21.43–$32.15 per hour. The role prepares patients for exams and treatment, assists providers with examinations and minor procedures, coordinates clinical and administrative care, maintains records and billing information, and keeps clinical spaces and equipment clean and functional. It also supports patient flow, supplies, medications, and effective communication across the care team.

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: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from AMT, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from AAMA, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from NHA, or National Certified Medical Assistant (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 manner.

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 exams and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms, other measurements, chief complaints, and pain scores as appropriate; report changes in a patient's condition to the clinician.
Assist providers with exams and minor in-office procedures, which may include taking blood pressure, documenting respiration and heart rate/pulse, taking temperature, phlebotomy, ear irrigation, and EKGs; act as a chaperone as needed.
Use universal blood and body fluid precautions and personal protective equipment as needed, and prioritize patient flow through the clinical process.
Coordinate patient care, including pre-certifications, referrals, authorizations, prescriptions, and scheduling for clinic, hospital, and ancillary treatments and tests; communicate test results to patients and serve as a resource to clinicians.
Administer medications in accordance with established policies and procedures or as directed.
Provide clerical support for patient notifications and documentation, including complete medical records and relevant labs, authorizations, X-rays, hospital records, and prior care; submit accurate billing information for patient encounters in a timely manner.
Maintain clean and functional clinical spaces, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment, instruments, exam rooms, and storage areas; follow sterilization procedures, manufacturer recommendations, and OSHA guidance for hazardous substances.
Perform basic equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs as needed.
Order supplies as directed and stock patient care areas; handle medication-related tasks, including expired medications or equipment and recalls.
Maintain effective communication with internal and external customers and demonstrate service orientation and teamwork.
Complete required onboarding and orientation activities, including simulation training, as needed or directed.
Prioritize data from multiple sources to support responses to changes in the health status of patients and families.