Description
University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

School of Medicine - Dean’s Office, Community Practice Division

Official Title: Health Care Tech II

Working Title: Certified Medical Assistant II –Anschutz Health & Wellness Center, Aurora

Position #00796474 – Requisition #25885

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date.  Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:

Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprovider284/default-document-library/3000-general-admission/3012---covid-19-vaccination-requirement-and-compliance.pdf?sfvrsn=4e9df3ba_2

Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus

Exemptions vary by campus location/department.

Campus/Unit-Specific Exemptions:

Anschutz Campus – Exemptions are allowed for medical or religious reasons.Denver Campus - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.Consolidated/Central Services Administration – Will follow Anschutz policy on exemptions.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The School of Medicine - Dean’s Office, Community Practice Division has an opening for a full-time University Staff (unclassified) Certified Medical Assistant II position.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 42 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges, and receives over $500 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here.

Position Summary:

The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for providing patient care under the direction under the direction of a physician or another healthcare provider.  The CMA works to facilitate clinic workflow, assist patients, and ensure safe, seamless delivery of care for each patient.

Position Responsibilities & Essential Duties:

Essential Duties: 

• Accurately rooms patients, obtains & records vital signs, patient history, and reason for seeking care
• Accurately processes and records telephone messages in patient medical record 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 and 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
• Accurately records patient charges for medications, supplies, equipment, labs and procedures
• Provides patient care in a safe, comfortable, and private environment
• Assists the providers with patient education pertain to their ongoing care:
• Normal laboratory and x-ray reports after provider review
• Diet and exercise
• Laboratory, radiology or procedural preparations

Prepares and/or coordinates referrals as directed by the provider

Ensures mistakes or inconsistencies in medical record are corrected in order to reduce/eliminate errors.

Alerts provider when medical record is incomplete

Ensures medical record compliance by self-documentation attestation

Collects, organizes, and catalogs data for quality reporting

Assists in tracking patient follow-up and compliance

Performs other duties as assigned, such as assisting with orienting/training new employees, transporting equipment or patients, stocking shelves, and/or ordering supplies

Performs appropriate basic and/or routine regular delegated medical functions as directed and within appropriate scope of practice as inferred by knowledge, skill level, and CU clinic guidelines

Additional Responsibilities:

• Must be able to recognize and respond appropriately to urgent/emergent situations according to protocols
• Maintains professional appearance and conduct at all times
• Cleans exam rooms and other patient care areas between each patient
• Maintains work areas, exam rooms, supplies, equipment, medications, immunizations
• Adheres to employer work practices, policies and procedures, including office and state protocols
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with physicians, providers, staff, and management
• Effectively copes with faced-paced environment and typical job stressors
• Documents work processes as required
• Performs other clerical duties and tasks to improve provider productivity and clinic workflow as assigned, such as completing patient visit records, maintaining departmental logs, answering telephones and taking messages, checking in patients, and scheduling patient appointments
• Must be able to travel to alternate locations as assigned

Personal Relationships:

• Must be able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers and colleagues
• Must be able to maintain a high level of adaptability and excel with interpersonal skills

Internal Contacts:

• Within Department
• Cross-departmental
• Physicians
• APPs
• Students
• Management
• Faculty
• Risk Management
• Safety & Infection Control
• Marketing
• Business Office

External Contacts:

• Patients
• Families
• Vendors
• Insurance Companies
• Regulatory Agencies
• Media
• Miscellaneous business partners, utilities, etc.
• Visitors
• Other healthcare agencies

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below 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.

Frequency:

• N= Not at all
• R= Rarely:  Less than once an hour
• O= Occasional:  1-4 times/hour or up to 1/3 of the shift
• F= Frequent:  5-12 times/hour or up to 2/3 of the shift
• C= Constant:  More than 2/3 of the shift

Activity

Frequency

Activity

Frequency

Stand

F

Push or pull with hands/arms

F

Walk

F

Lift hands above head

F

Walk on uneven &/or slippery surfaces

O

Climb or balance

O

Sit

F

Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, bend

F

Use of hands

F

Climb stairs

R

Forceful grip w/ hands

F

Talk

C

Reach w/ arms

F

Hear

C

Lifting up to 10 lbs

F

Work in outdoor weather conditions

R

Lifting up to 25 lbs

F

Awkward postures

O

Lifting up to 50 lbs

F

Close vision (20” or less)

C

Communicate

C

Distance vision (20’+)

C

Interpersonal skills

C

Peripheral vision

C

Ability to adjust focus

C

Depth perception

C

Work in a loud environment

O

 

 

• Position requires the ability to work in multiples spaces (on and off site)

This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Minimum Qualifications:

A High School Diploma or GEDOne (1) year of Health Care experience  Completion of accredited CMA program and pass the National Medical Assistant Certification Exam (i.e. AAMA or NCCT)Current CMA certification (i.e. AAMA, NCCT) Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross healthcare provider level CPR certification

Combination of related education and experience may be considered.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will be responsible for travel expenses related to the interview process and any relocation expenses, if applicable.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associates DegreeMedical office experience in area of specialty1+ year CMA experience in medical office settingEPIC EMR experienceBilingual, Spanish-speakingComputer skills: EPIC, KronosMS Office:  Outlook, Power Point, WordBasic keyboarding skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Strong medical terminology knowledge and skills
• Strong knowledge or 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
• Ability to adhere to all policies and procedures, including but not limited to standards for safety, attendance, punctuality and personal appearance
• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels, to include physicians, leadership, and staff
• Ability to work within large, complex healthcare systems
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and communicate in person, by phone or in writing
• Ability to recognize/interpret the physical exam process and record exam details
• Ability to attest to computer proficiency and learn new computer applications
• Ability to keyboard/type, write legibly, and accurately record information
• Ability to analyze and interpret data
• Ability to organize workflow with particular focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow
• Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people and in stressful situations
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures
• Ability to multitask efficiently and effectively
• Ability to perform basic filing, office procedures and word processing

Salary and Benefits:

The starting hiring rate (or budgeted rate) for the Certified Medical Assistant II position has been established at $21 per hour ($43,680 per year).

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary rate represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate at the time of posting.

This position is eligible for overtime compensation.

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.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

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

Diversity and Equity:

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@ucdenver.edu.

The University of Colorado Denver | 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 and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The University of Colorado Denver | 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.

Job Category: Health Care
Primary Location: Aurora
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: May 5, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing