Medical Assistant

Job Summary

Are you looking for an exciting and fulfilling career as a Medical Assistant ? Wardenburg Health Services at CU Boulder encourages applications for a Medical Assistant!

Medical Assistants receive excellent benefits including 22 vacation days, access to medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a 10% employer contribution retirement plan, and more!
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Medical Services staff understand and are committed to the unique health concerns of our student population, making us an unparalleled source of advocacy for student wellness! The Medical Clinic provides a wide range of health care services for students including: primary care for illnesses and injuries, as well as chronic conditions, physicals, sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment, allergy shots, vaccinations, travel health care, and concussion care.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Medical Assistance

• Interview patient for primary complaint, acquire appropriate vital signs and document pertinent medical history in the Electronic Medical Record during the patient intake process:
• Historical data collection of previous allergies; updating patient’s medication list, significant medical history, patient's family medical history and learning barriers.
• Responsible for charging and charting for all procedures, treatments and medications given.
• Implement provider's plan of treatment for patients of all ages, but primarily late adolescent and early adulthood population.
• Assist in direct patient care procedures, give prescribed medications and immunizations.
• Call in prescriptions and complete prior authorizations.
• Assist nurses and providers during procedures based upon proficiencies in Medical Services. Once oriented to the front office, may also be asked to be responsible for front office duties on a rotating basis.
• Assist the RN and Provider staff in code situations as delegated by an RN or provider.
• Stock the exam rooms including infection, prevention, and cleaning of the rooms between patients.

Point of Care

• Perform POC tests on patients on a regular basis, detailing tests in the EMR to reflect accurate charting and charging for any POC test performed.
• Proficiency tests will be done once a year to keep compliance with CLIA regulations.

EMR Documentation and CIIS (Colorado Immunization Information System) Documentation

• Document and charge all procedures, POC, treatments and medications given in the EMR.
• Performs charting and charging at the time of care.
• To keep in compliance with AAAHC, there will be periodic audits of the medical assistant charts two times per year. All COVID vaccine administration will need to be detailed in CIIS.

What You Should Know

• This position will be on-campus.
• This is a full-time position with the following work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
• All University of Colorado Boulder employees are required to follow the campus COVID-19 vaccine requirement .
• New employees must provide proof of vaccination or receive a medical or religious exemption within 30 days of employment.

What We Can Offer

• Starting salary is $20.00 per hour ($20.50 if certified).
• Our outstanding benefits include:
• Paid days off: 22 vacation days, 15 sick leave days, and 11 holidays per year.
• Access to medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• A 10% employer contribution retirement plan.
• EcoPass for free RTD rides.
• Opportunity for career growth!

Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder .

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What We Require

• High School diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program from an accredited institution by date of hire and eligibility to acquire a Medical Assistant registration/certification within six months of hire.
• BLS certificate (upon hire or can be acquired within three months of hire).

What You Will Need

• Interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and organization skills.
• Motivated, adaptable, and accountable.
• Digital literacy skills.

What We Would Like You To Have

• Active Medical Assistant Registration or Certification such as:
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) and proof of current membership from American Medical Technologists (AMT).
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) and proof of current membership from American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) and proof of current membership from National Health career Association (NHA).
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) and proof of current membership from National Certified Competency Testing (NCCT).

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:

1. A current resume.
2. Optional: A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.

We may request references at a later time.

Please apply by August 21, 2022 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs .

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu