Lead Medical Assistant - MA - Strasburg

　　Summary

　　Title:Lead Medical Assistant - MA - Strasburg

　　ID:0118-4911

　　Department Location:Health Center at Strasburg, 55981 E. Colfax Ave, Strasburg, CO 80136

　　Category:Nursing / Allied Health / Clinical Support

　　Description

　　Peak Vista Community Health Centers is a nonprofit health care organization whose mission is to provide exceptional health care to people facing access barriers through clinical programs and education. We provide integrated health care services including medical, dental, and behavioral health through our 22 outpatient health centers. We deliver care with our strong "Hospitality" culture. Our organization has over 800 employees and serves more than 81,500 patients annually in the Pikes Peak and East Central regions of Colorado. Our service area covers 14 counties, from the front range to the Kansas border, with locations throughout Colorado Springs, Fountain, Flagler, Divide, Limon, and Strasburg. Peak Vista is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, Inc. (AAAHC).

　　Compensation (Pay): $23.64 to $34.28/hourly, based on experience

　　A $1000 sign on bonus will be paid in the following manner: $300 payout upon 30 days of employment, $300 payout upon 90 days of employment, and $400 payout upon one year of employment*. *Current employees are not eligible for the sign on bonus.

　　Loyalty Bonus - $1200 upon 1 year of service and then a $300 payout for every additional 3 months worked. This applies to only FT employees. The amount will be prorated for PT employees.

　　Summary of Benefits:

　　Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD

　　403(b) Retirement with Company Match

　　Paid Time Off

　　Tuition Assistance

　　Perks Rewards

　　Employee Assistance Program

　　https://www.peakvista.org/careers/employee-benefits-guide Job Summary: The Lead Medical Assistant provides administrative support, and leadership guidance for all designated staff, as assigned. Assists in the execution of all routine clinical and administrative duties and functions in the delivery of patient care. Observes and verifies competency of Medical Assistant staff ensuring quality care and exceptional service is provided to the patient, as applicable. Adheres to all Peak Vista policies and procedures and applicable regulatory requirements and accreditation standards.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Provides direct support for patient care to perform routine and acute clinical functions, pertinent to efficient ambulatory patient care, under the direction of a licensed healthcare provider; Lead responsibilities allocated as applicable and within operational requirements

　　Assists in the supervision of the day-to-day operations of assigned clinical staff as a member of the health center leadership team

　　Promotes and participates in the development of team-based care to ensure all delivery platforms support a patient-centric approach

　　Schedules designated staff; assists in the monitoring of time and attendance

　　Ability to precept staff and externs, and on-board new employees, as required

　　Updates appropriate training databases, ensuring monthly competencies are completed in a timely manner

　　Serves as the liaison between designated support staff and clinic leadership

　　Possesses the knowledge of key operating systems and standard operating procedures within the health centers, while ensuring staff and health center adherence

　　Assists vaccine program support and inventory management for all immunizations, as required

　　Orders appropriate materials and supplies in line with budgetary guidance

　　Supports Process Improvement/Quality Improvement activities in coordination with Quality Assurance Team and immediate supervisor

　　Ensures patient and employee safety, and satisfaction, while addressing patient and staff concerns and critical organizational reporting, in a timely manner, in support of the provider-patient relationship

　　Possesses interpersonal and professional communication skills and abilities in conjunction with emotional intelligence

　　Promotes and demonstrates the mission, vision, and Core Values of Peak Vista

　　Develops and maintains good working relationships with all departments, the management team, medical staff, and leadership

　　Embraces cultural diversity amongst ourselves and our community

　　Responsible for the human, financial, and material resources as well as data and information entrusted to us

　　Demonstrates knowledge of and adherence to the Compliance Plan and conflict of interest requirements

　　May be required to float to other health centers to support clinical operations

　　Travel required to meet the needs of the organization

　　All other duties as assigned

　　Supervision Exercised: None

　　Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Spanish bilingual preferred.

　　Education/Experience:

　　Education: High school diploma or equivalent education. Associate in health-related field or business preferred.

　　Work Experience: 2-3 years as a Medical Assistant required. Supervisory experience preferred, medical office experience strongly preferred.

　　Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer knowledge, experience with use of electronic health records, internet, database software, and keyboard skills.

　　Certification and Licenses: Registered/Certified Medical Assistant or Colorado EMT required, BLS certification

　　Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

　　OSHA risk level/work environmental hazards: This position has been categorized as OSHA Level Three. See Exposure Control Plan for details.

　　Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

　　The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit.

　　Successful candidates will complete pre-employment screening; which includes, but is not limited to a Criminal Background check. Peak Vista Community Health Centers is a drug and alcohol free workplace an an Equal Opportunity Employer. *PVCHC participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s I-9 to data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration Records. To learn more, visit: everify.com