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Adams County Government Medical Assistant-165355 in Westminster, Colorado
Medical Assistant-165355
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Medical Assistant-165355
Salary
$44,720.00 - $54,516.80 Annually
Location
Westminster, CO
Job Type
Regular Full-time
Job Number
06274
Department
Public Health Department
Division
Public Health Nursing
Opening Date
12/29/2023
Closing Date
Continuous
Our Mission
At Adams County, our team members engage in top-notch opportunities to grow and expand their impact. We cultivate an inclusive and innovative culture where diversity matters! Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is a core cultural competency at Adams County, and we actively seek and welcome applicants that bring diverse experiences and value inclusion.
Position classification
Onsite -- Job duties and expectations require employee to be regularly scheduled onsite.
Description
Benefits
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What Success Looks Like In This Job
Medical Assistant I (MA I)
The Medical Assistant (MA) I is an entry-level position performing basic routine paraprofessional, clerical, and medical assistant work in providing public health care and treatment within the scope of services of specialty clinics at the Adams County Health Department. Must have completed a medical assisting program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES. The MA assists Licensed Independent Providers with physical exams and other minor surgical procedures as specified by provider. May conduct phlebotomy, venipuncture, point-of-care labs, collect bio samples, and administer injections. The MA works closely with a provider or RN to monitor, order, maintain and dispense supplies and medications as appropriate. The MA utilizes the electronic health record to document physical measurements, history, procedures, laboratory orders and results and correspondence. The MA handles incoming and outgoing calls including prescription refill requests, triage, scheduling and relays test results. This role must elevate clinical issues beyond basic check-in procedures to a team member with responsibility as required by certification or licensure.
Medical Assistant II (MA II)
The Medical Assistant II is a mid-level position that performs basic to intermediate-level administrative and clinical tasks. Must be certified and have two years of experience. This role can work independently in the clinical or community setting. In addition to the responsibilities noted above, this position requires the MA to assume limited supervision and participate in quality and performance improvement.
The Department has elected to consider a range of experience for this vacancy. A candidates' qualifications will determine the level at which they are hired.
Examples of Duties for Success
Responsible for:
Implementation of applicable policies, procedures, and standards of care.
Attend required staff meetings and training.
Maintains inventory of clinic supplies and orders supplies as needed.
Timely and accurate data entry into the electronic health record.
Annual competency trainings and other required trainings as assigned.
Clinical Responsibilities:
Prepares and maintains clinic area and lab. Cleans, sanitizes, and stocks clinic area and cleans and sterilizes instruments daily. Monitors and performs autoclave sterilization testing.
Performs QA (Quality Assurance) testing on all CLIA waived tests performed in clinic.
Obtains client medical and social histories. Reviews records for completeness and accuracy of information, and records purpose of client visits.
Takes vital signs, height, and weight measurements, calculate BMI.
Performs lab tests as specified, including venipuncture, and prepares specimens for transport to outside labs. Enters orders into lab ordering system, records complete and accurate results.
Maintains a clinical lab book through recording daily lab procedures conducted, obtaining and tracking lab reports, and assisting with lab billing procedures.
Assists the APN (Advanced Practice Nurse) and physician in client exams and procedures.
Prepare and dispense medications as ordered.
Performs delegated duties from RN (Registered Nurse) and APN, including Depo-Provera injections.
Provides educational information to client and family according to visit.
Schedules clients, in accordance with medical protocols.
Performs routine clerical and reception work as needed to support clinic activities including assisting clients, answering phones, maintaining records, entering chart data and collecting money.
Emergency Preparedness Duties
Employee responds, as required, to support public health emergencies, incidents and events. Employee participates in all exercises and drills on emergency preparedness, as required.
Completes trainings identified as appropriate for this level employee.
Additional Duties
The Medical Assistant II assists in the orientation and training of new employees, students, and interns.
Participates in QA/QI project as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
HIPAA Statement
Maintain sensitive & confidential client information according to the HIPAA policy confidentiality requirements.
Qualifications for Success
Knowledge of:
- Maintains knowledge about current practice guidelines and continuing education topics pertinent to the Medical Assistant role.
Ability to:
To perform phlebotomy, collect specimens, preparing patients for examination, vital signs, CPR and first-aid procedures, using centrifuges, and performing lab tests, sterilizing equipment, requesting records and billing information, tracking inventory and ordering supplies, and providing patient education.
Capture health visit information into the electronic health record.
Provide helpful, accurate, and direct assistance to internal and external customers via phone and in-person. Uses excellent phone manners and office etiquette.
Develops and maintains effective working relationships all internal and external customers.
Equipment used:
Standard office equipment including, but not limited to, personal computer and associated hardware and software, telephone, copier, calculator, and audio-visual equipment.
Maintenance of CLIA waived laboratory equipment.
Maintenance of Colposcopy and LEEP equipment.
More Qualifications for Success
Education and Experience:
The Medical Assistant series requires successful graduation from a medical assistant training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CMHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or by the Council of Medical Education of the American Medical Association in collaboration with the American Association of Medical Assistants.
Special Qualifications:
MAII requires successful completion of the AMA-AAMA certification exam or the American Medical Technologists RMA (Registered Medical Assistant) examination.
CPR certification
Must maintain certification as required by the AAMA or American Medical Technologists.
Requires minimum of one year working as a medical assistant.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Work is primarily conducted indoors with occasional time spent in an outside environment. Routine exposures and hazards of a typical office environment. Occasionally required to work after normal work hours to attend governmental meetings.
Requires sufficient hearing and speech ability to communicate verbally in response to inquiries, complaints, and to speak to groups of people or the media in an informational or training situation
Requires ability to lift and carry objects occasionally up to 15 pounds.
Requires manual dexterity to operate computer and office equipment.
Requires the ability to sit and perform administrative and computer work for significant periods of time.
Language Pay Incentive is available for employees who utilize their skill in Spanish or ASL 30% of the time or more and pass a basic fluency test. The $2,000 Annual Base Pay adjustment is spread out over the year.
Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.
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Benefits You Expect:
AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
Deferred Compensation Plan
Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
Generous Vacation/Sick leave
Long-Term Disability
Retirement Plan
Short-Term Disability
Plus some you might not expect:
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Fitness Center
Employee Health Clinics
Flexible Work Schedules
Recreation Center Discounts
Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Wellness programs
Lactation friendly certified workplace
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Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.
Yes, I understand and agree
Yes, I understand but disagree.
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A requirement of this position is successful graduation from a medical assistant training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CMHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or by the Council of Medical Education of the American Medical Association in collaboration with the American Association of Medical Assistants. Do you meet this requirement?
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To be considered for the Medical Assistant II position you must have passed the AMA-AAMA certification exam or the American Medical Technologists RMA (Registered Medical Assistant) examination. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
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This position requires CPR certification. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
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This position requires minimum of one year working as a medical assistant. Do you meet this requirement?
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Agency
Adams County
Address
4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213
Website
http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities
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