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Medical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant - Oncology, Highlands Ranch

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Aurora, CO, United States
$41.7K-$45.9K a year
Full-time

University Staff

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department : Community Practice

Job Title : Medical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant - Oncology, Highlands Ranch

Position # : 00812262 - Requisition # : 30615

Job Summary :

The Medical Assistant (MA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is responsible for providing patient care under the direction of a physician or another healthcare provider.

The MA or CMA works to facilitate clinic workflow, assist patients, and ensure safe, seamless delivery of care for each patient.

Key Responsibilities :

Accurately rooms patients, obtain & records vital signs, patient history, and reason for seeking care.

Accurately processes and records telephone messages in patient medical records and according to policy.

Assists in preparing prescription refills for providers and according to policy.

Maintains patient confidentiality, written and verbal.

Communicates effectively and in an attentive manner with every patient encounter.

Verifies patient's understanding of the purpose of the visit.

Accurately documents all care provided and procedures performed within the patient's medical record.

Work Location :

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Highlands Ranch, CO

Why Join Us :

Our Oncology team at Highlands Ranch provides care for most types of cancers. Patients will have access to cancer care providers who specialize in medical oncology services all at one convenient location.

Our medical oncology providers collaborate with a team of nurses, navigators, social workers, dietitians, genetic counselors, financial counselors, and massage therapists to assist in the cancer journey.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more.

To see what benefits are available, please visit : https : / / www.cu.edu / employee-services / benefits-wellness .

Diversity and Equity :

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff.

The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans.

The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications :

Medical Assistant :

Completion of an accredited medical assistant program OR one year of medical assistant work experience.

Certified Medical Assistant :

Completion of an accredited medical assistant program OR one year of medical assistant work experience.

Current CMA certification (i.e. AAMA, NCCT).

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications (All Ranks) :

Experience with MS Office.

Experience with EPIC.

Experience with Kronos.

Experience with HealthStream.

Conditions of Employment :

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross healthcare provider-level CPR certification.

Maintains all required licensure and certifications for the position.

Must be able to work in-person.

Must be able to travel to alternate locations as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

Strong organizational and personal skills.

Strong medical terminology knowledge and skills.

Strong knowledge of CPT & ICD-10 procedures.

Strong knowledge of value-based care and risk-based coding procedures in Primary Care.

Strong knowledge of medication and injection procedures.

Ability to safely administer a variety of treatments and medications as directed.

Ability to use various types of equipment for examination and treatment procedures.

Ability to accurately take and record vital signs.

Ability to accurately reconcile patient medications.

Ability to maintain quality control standards.

Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions.

How to Apply :

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s) :

A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

Curriculum vitae / Resume

Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to : Julia Cahill, Julia.Cahill@cuanschutz.com

Screening of Applications Begins :

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Pay Range :

The starting salary range ( or hiring range ) for this position has been established as

Medical Assistant : $39,720 to $43,692

Certified Medical Assistant : $41,700 to $45,876

The above salary range ( or hiring range ) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator : http : / / www.cu.edu / node / 153125

ADA Statement :

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process.

To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.

adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu .

Background Check Statement :

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors.

To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement :

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively.

In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .

Application Materials Required : Cover Letter, Resume / CV, List of References

Job Category

Health Care

Primary Location

Aurora

Department : U0001 Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 21974 - SOM-DEAN DO CPD - MEDICINE

Schedule

Full-time

Posting Date

Jul 25, 2023

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Posting Contact Name : Julia Cahill

Posting Contact Email : Julia.Cahill@cuanschutz.com

Position Number : 00812262

7 days ago
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