Medical Assistant (Full-time Position) – 40 hours per week

We are looking for experienced Medical Assistants to work in our Thornton clinic located at 9197 Grant St, Thornton, CO, 80229. Our Medical Assistants perform a combination of clinical and administrative duties to provide direct patient care services and to assist providers with their patient care needs and requests. The work schedule may include shifts on Saturday mornings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Introduces self to patient/family and confirms patient identification
• Greets and escorts patient to a clinic room
• Documents patient metrics including vital signs, height, weight
• Performs other screenings as requested and as indicated by specific appointment
• Performs specific procedures as requested and ordered by provider in a skillful and professional manner
• Adheres to established Every Child Pediatrics Clinical Policies and Procedures; keeps updated with all changes and additions
• Informs clinic manager about assigned tasks that may require a higher level of skill or competency; utilizes other team members as a resource for care requiring their expertise
• Treats all clients with dignity and respect and honors their right to privacy
• Explains all procedures to patient and family as appropriate in a way that ensures understanding
• Relays important patient information to the provider as soon as possible in order to expedite a high quality, safe and effective visit
• Keeps provider and patient/family apprised of patient status and progress in order to assist with keeping the visit on time and on schedule
• Requests assistance from team members as needed to avoid unnecessary delays in care and or to best meet the needs of the patient and family

Job Requirements:

• HS diploma/GED
• Medical Assistant Diploma or Certificate
• At least 1 year of recent experience as a Medical Assistant; pediatrics experience preferred
• BLS/CPR Certification
• Electronic Health Record system (EHR) knowledge, Athena preferred
• Ability to perform tasks and clinical skills necessary for the care of pediatric patients including but not limited to: vital signs, immunizations, blood and urine specimen collections
• Ability to use medical testing devices including but not limited to: pulse oximetry, glucose monitoring, hemoglobin monitoring, nebulizers, blood testing, and oxygen delivery
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is strongly preferred.

Why you should apply:

Every Child Pediatrics provides comprehensive, affordable health care to nearly 24,000 Colorado children, regardless of their insurance status or ability to pay. Our experienced professionals focus on the child’s overall well-being, providing high- quality medical care, behavioral health counseling, dental care, nutrition, healthy lifestyle programs, and connections to support services such as housing and transportation. As a longstanding nonprofit, we provide unwavering, compassionate care because we believe that every child deserves the best health care and the opportunity to succeed.

Every Child Pediatrics is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.05 - $23.02 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Pediatrics

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Clinic
• In-person

Language:

• spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Medical Assistant Diploma or Certificate (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Thornton, CO 80229: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person