Medical Assistant
Company: Boulder Community Health
Location: Boulder
Posted on: June 18, 2022
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Job Description:
Full Time, Days, 40 hours/weekPay range is between
$17.00-$24.66/hr, depending on years of relevant and like
experience.$3000 Sign-On Bonus Available! *not available for
current BCH staff or rehires.Qualified locations may have potential
for additional pay incentive of an extra $2/hr. Ask your
recruiter!Boulder Community Health was recently honored as Best
Local Employer by the Daily Camera in the 2018 Boulder County Gold,
their People's Choice Awards for businesses in Boulder County. Come
join us and be a part of an independent, community-focused health
system and feel-good knowing that your work will make a difference
in people's lives and be a positive contribution to the
community.POSITION SUMMARYAssists in examination and treatment of
patients under the direction of physicians.Boulder Community
Hospital (BCH) Primary Care Physician Clinics are guided by the
philosophy of the Patient-Centered Medical Home. The medical home
organizes care around patients, while engaging a multidisciplinary
Care Team working proactively to coordinate and track care for each
individual patient.JOB QUALIFICATIONSEducation or Formal
TrainingGraduate from a Medical Assistant program preferred,
orColorado LPN license in good standing, orPass a national Medical
Assistant Certification exam preferred.Experience in Sport Medicine
preferredSpecial Qualifications (Licensure, Registrations, etc.)BLS
certification required by the end of conditional period.Knowledge,
Skill and AbilityKnowledge of medical assistant scope of practice
to assist in assessing patient needs and administering and
evaluating patient care.Knowledge of human growth and development
to inform and guide interaction with and care for patients ages
newborn to geriatric.Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and
treatment room procedures.Knowledge of medical equipment and
instruments to administer patient care.Knowledge of organizational
policies, procedures, and systems to administer patient
care.Knowledge of CLIA, OSHA and Joint Commission
regulations.Knowledge of Corporate Compliance regulations.Knowledge
of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work
environment.Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and
medications as directed.Skill in taking vital signs.Skill in
maintaining records and recording test results.Skill in developing
and maintaining department quality assurance.Skill in establishing
and maintaining effective working relationships with patients,
medical staff, physicians, and the public.Ability to work within a
Care TeamAbility to maintain quality control standards.Ability to
react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.Ability to
interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.Ability to
communicate clearly.Fluency in Spanish may be required by a
physician.Ability to interpret, adapt and apply written guidelines
and procedures to standard work practices.ExperienceOne to two
years' experience in a clinic preferred.WORKING
ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL ACTIVITIESFrequent exposure to communicable
diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal and other
conditions common to a clinic environment, including blood and body
fluids.Requires full range of body motion including handling and
lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand
coordination.Involves standing and walking.Occasionally assists
lifting and carrying patients weighing up to 50 pounds.Requires
normal visual acuity and hearing.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSConsistent and
on time attendance is an essential function of the
position.Performs selected nursing and administrative
duties.Prepares patients ages new born to geriatric for examination
and treatment. Takes patient histories, vital signs and thoroughly
documents in patient chart.Prepares exam and treatment rooms in
orderly manner with necessary instruments and supplies.Performs
venipunctures and fingerstick phlebotomy, throat cultures,
urinalysis, EKG's, and other laboratory procedures as
directed.Phones in patient prescriptions and documents accordingly
in patient chart.Provides patient education and
instruction.Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for
treatments, including sterilization.Assists physicians in preparing
for minor surgeries and physicals.Assists with scheduling of tests
and treatments.About Boulder Community Health and Boulder,
ColoradoUncompromising medical excellence, delivered with the
values of respect and compassion. Since 1922, Boulder Community
Health has built our reputation on this promise. As a
community-owned and operated not-for-profit hospital and clinics,
we remain dedicated to meeting the evolving healthcare needs of our
citizens and providing access to high quality medical care. Our
state-of-the art facilities are home to many medical professionals
who offer an extensive range of medical services.Nestled in the
foothills of the Rocky Mountains, adventure awaits you right
outside your door. Big, beautiful vistas, serene snow-capped
mountains, and a lifestyle conducive to enjoying the outdoors bring
a truly fresh perspective to our practice of healthcare.Surround
yourself by natural beauty and an active, life-embracing community,
while you enjoy state of the art facilities and equipment along
with a competitive compensation and benefits package, including
health/dental/life, paid annual leave, tuition reimbursement and
much more.Boulder Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We support Affirmative Action through encouraging diversity and
inclusion**BCH is a Drug-free workplace**Location: Boulder
Community Health - CU Sp Med ProviderSchedule: Full-time, Days - 8
hour shifts, M-F Day Shift
Keywords: Boulder Community Health, Boulder , Medical Assistant, Healthcare , Boulder, Colorado
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