Medical Assistant MA Family Medicine Fort Collins
About The Position
The Medical Assistant supports clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care and implementing and evaluating direct patient care. The role uses specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills to provide an excellent patient experience in a family medicine clinic in Fort Collins, Colorado. The position works under the direct supervision of providers and interacts with staff, physicians, patients, families, and external health care contacts. The Medical Assistant prepares patients for exams and treatment, assists providers with exams and minor in-office procedures, and coordinates patient care, including authorizations, referrals, prescriptions, scheduling, and communicating test results. The role also provides clerical and documentation support, maintains a clean and functional clinical environment, and helps manage supplies and medications. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. A $1,000 hire-on bonus is available for experienced 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 state-defined regulations.
- Active Medical Assistant certification: RMA from AMT, CMA from AAMA, CCMA from NHA, or NCMA from NCCT.
- BLS certification required upon hire.
- Strong computer skills, including 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 exams and treatment by recording vital signs, symptoms, measurements, chief complaints, and pain scores as appropriate; report potential changes in patient condition to the clinician.
- Assist providers with exams and minor procedures, including phlebotomy, ear irrigation, and EKGs; act as a chaperone when needed and use universal precautions and personal protective equipment.
- 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 policies, procedures, or clinician direction.
- Provide clerical support and maintain complete patient records, including relevant labs, authorizations, X-rays, hospital records, and prior care documentation; provide accurate billing information promptly.
- Maintain a clean, functional environment by cleaning and disinfecting equipment, exam rooms, and storage areas; follow sterilization procedures, manufacturer recommendations, and OSHA guidelines for hazardous substances.
- Perform basic equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs as needed.
- Order supplies as directed and stock patient care areas; manage medication-related tasks, including expired medications, equipment, and recalls.
- Maintain effective communication with internal and external customers and support a service-oriented team environment.
- Complete required onboarding and orientation activities, including simulation training as directed.
Benefits
- $1,000 hire-on bonus for experienced external candidates; details discussed during the interview.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
