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Medical Assistant I/Certified Nurse Aide

VALLEY-WIDE HEALTH SYSTEMS INC
La Junta, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2026

Join Our Team at Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc.

We’re looking for a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team and make a meaningful impact by providing exceptional care and support to individuals in their healthcare journey.


Administrative Duties

  • Greet and assist patients; maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records

  • Answer phones, take messages, and serve as first point of contact for patient requests

  • Triage patient concerns, identify potential emergencies, and coordinate same-day scheduling when appropriate, utilizing the Lead Nurse as needed

  • Coordinate appointments, referrals, insurance forms, hospital services, and laboratory scheduling

  • Collaborate with case management, referral coordination, and clinic staff

  • Support billing by resolving incomplete or missing documentation in a timely manner


Clinical Duties

  • Room patients for scheduled visits, including obtaining vital signs, medical history, medications, allergies, pain assessment, and chief complaint

  • Perform point-of-care testing, treatments, and patient services per established protocols

  • Accurately document all patient interactions and verify patient identifiers prior to documentation

  • Review lab results and reports; ensure appropriate follow-up and provider notification

  • Prepare patients and rooms for exams and procedures; assist providers as needed

  • Administer medications safely and accurately via approved routes (oral, IM, IV if applicable)

  • Perform medication dose calculations and maintain annual competency

  • Support RX refill processes and patient education

  • Schedule diagnostic testing and provide patient education for exam preparation


Clinic Operations & Support

  • Maintain exam rooms, equipment, and supplies; perform daily stocking and monthly inventory

  • Ensure proper sterilization and infection control procedures

  • Assist with orientation and training of new medical assistants

  • Support clinic workflows, including inbox coverage, flag management, and cross-team assistance

  • Participate in staff meetings, in-services, continuing education, and annual competency assessments

  • Maintain current CPR certification and emergency response knowledge

  • Ensure compliance with CLIA, AAHC, and other regulatory standards


Requirements:

  • Graduate from a medical assistant school and one-year medical office experience preferred
  • Current Medical Certification or Registered Medical Assistant 
  • Knowledge of equipment and technology used in the nursing area.
  • BLS certification/training and certification

Candidates who possess a CNA certificate are welcome to apply for consideration as a CNA


Why Join Valley-Wide?

Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare to all individuals across our multi-county service area in southern Colorado. As a non-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we offer premier primary and preventive care through our 34 service sites strategically located in rural communities.

 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Free Health Insurance (additional plan options available)
  • Employer-paid Air Ambulance Coverage (MASA)
  • Employer-paid Basic Life, LTD, STD
  • Retirement Match
  • Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HRA, FSA, DCA, Retirement Plan
  • Paid Leave:
    • Vacation: 10 days accrued per year
    • Sick Leave: 12 days accrued per year
    • Holidays: 7 days per year 3 Floating Holidays

For more information and to apply, visit our website: Valley-Wide Careers


Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunity, with hiring decisions based on job-related factors.


Employee Rights Under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) For more information on employee rights under FMLA, please visit: FMLA Employee Rights

 

 

Salary : $17 - $22

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