Medical Assistant (MA), Webb Peds and Teens

Denver Health

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently take vital signs and basic historical patient data, identifying abnormal findings and communicating concerns to providers or RNs.
• Assist providers with procedures, including setting up, aseptic and sterile techniques, and safe administration of medications and immunizations.
• Obtain EKGs, order appropriate tests as directed by the provider, and schedule specialty and follow-up appointments.
• Prepare patients for examinations, assist with examinations, cast or splint applications, and minor procedures.
• Assist in the coordination of clerical information, including referrals, assisting patients with appointments, and faxing medical information.
• Maintain patient medical records and other information, ensuring patient confidentiality.
• Assist patients with arranging prescribed tests and treatments.
• Assist providers or RNs in providing routine treatment instructions.
• Handle test results and patient follow-up.
• Check in patients, escort them to exam rooms, and communicate any extended wait times.
• Accurately and appropriately document in patient medical records.
• Report changes in patient condition to the appropriate healthcare provider in a timely manner.
• Prepare and maintain exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments/supplies, including sterilization and restocking.
• Maintain a safe environment by practicing sound safety and infection control practices.
• Engage in performance appraisal by accepting and providing constructive feedback and participating in competency reviews.
• May perform phlebotomy and laboratory procedures after competency is verified, maintaining safe collection and processing of specimens.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Medical office practice
• Examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures
• Medical equipment and instruments
• Common safety hazards and precautions
• Quality control standards
• Emergency situations
• Electronic health record documentation
• Equipment and technology utilization

Qualifications

Education

• Completion of a clinical Medical Assistant training program resulting in a diploma or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or a registered apprentice program certificate.

OR

• Accredited program of Licensed Practical Nursing with an active LPN license.

Work Experience

• Completion of a 160-hour externship required.
• 6 months of direct patient care experience in an outpatient setting required.
• One year of experience working in school-age student services, preferred.

Licenses

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA or American Red Cross Required.

Skills & Abilities

• Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments as directed.
• Skill in taking vital signs.
• Skill in maintaining records and recording test results.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, employees, physicians, and the public.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Bilingual skills preferred.

Salary

• $21.00 - $26.26 / hr

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system serving as a model for the nation. It includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan, and Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado’s primary and essential safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health provides millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured annually.