Job Description:
Join Our Team as a Medical Assistant at Colorado Physician Partners!
Are you passionate about providing top-notch patient care and exceptional customer service? Colorado Physician Partners is looking for a dedicated Medical Assistant to become a vital part of our team! In this role, you'll collaborate with our Clinical services staff to deliver outstanding patient services, all while maintaining a positive and flexible attitude. Your efforts will help create a welcoming environment that fosters patient comfort and trust.
Key Responsibilities:
Prepare for Patient Visits: Review and update patient records before face-to-face or Telehealth appointments, ensuring all recent test results and correspondence are up-to-date.
Maintain Exam Rooms: Clean and stock exam rooms between patient visits, adhering to infection control standards.
Patient Preparation: Prepare patients for their visit and notify the physician or mid-level provider when they are ready to be seen.
Initial Medical Screening: Greet patients, take vital signs, and document basic medical history accurately.
Assist During Exams: Support physicians or mid-level providers during patient examinations.
Efficient Use of Time: Restock supplies, check inventory, and keep all areas clean and orderly.
Qualifications:
Communication Skills: Excellent ability to take medical histories, understand instructions, and document information accurately. High degree of diplomacy and tact.
Technical Skills: Beginner to intermediate computing and phone skills.
Flexibility: Willingness to adapt to various job duties and cross-train within other departments.
Multi-tasking: Ability to work effectively in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
Cultural Sensitivity: Experience working with diverse populations.
Professionalism: Knowledge of “Universal Precautions” and adherence to HIPAA standards.
Language Skills: Bilingual in English/Spanish or other languages is a plus.
Driver’s License: Valid State Driver’s License preferred.
Preferred (although not required) Skills:
Ability to:
Collect, review, and analyze patient data to ensure compliance with HEDIS measures.
Work with healthcare providers to implement quality improvement initiatives.
Monitor and report on quality metrics, identifying areas for improvement.
Educate patients on preventive care and chronic disease management to improve HEDIS scores.
Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to develop and implement best practices.
Education:
High school diploma or GED required. Current, valid Certification of Medical Assistant. Current, valid CPR certification.
If you're ready to make a difference in patient care and join a team that values your contributions, apply today!
Salary Range:
$19-20 hourly