Medical Assistant - Primary Care

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Medical Assistant - Primary Care

Avon, Colorado, United States Apply

Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.

Open to EMT, CNA, LPN, RN, or Certified Medical Assistants
Relocation & Housing Assistance Available

Your Adventure Starts Here

Imagine waking up in the heart of the Colorado Rockies, surrounded by alpine beauty, fresh mountain air, and endless outdoor adventures. Now imagine your job is just as exhilarating—where your skills make a real impact in a world-class healthcare system that thrives in the mountains.

Welcome to Vail Health , the most advanced mountain healthcare system on the planet. Our 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital is nestled in Vail, Colorado, and serves the community with cutting-edge care and breathtaking views.

We’re looking for a Medical Assistant to join our Primary Care team in Avon, Colorado —a town where hiking, biking, skiing, fishing, and living your best mountain life are part of the daily routine.

What You’ll Do

As a Medical Assistant, you’ll be the heartbeat of our care team, supporting providers and patients from newborns to seniors. You’ll work independently, compassionately, and professionally to deliver top-tier care in a setting that feels more like a mountain retreat than a clinic.

Your Impact Includes:

Taking vitals and documenting patient history Assisting with exams and minor procedures Performing venipunctures, injections, and IV therapy Monitoring patient conditions and communicating updates Managing patient communications and flow Keeping exam rooms stocked, clean, and ready Upholding HIPAA, OSHA, and Vail Health’s values

What You Bring

2+ years of clinical or administrative healthcare experience preferred Skilled in venipuncture, injections, and IV therapy Certified as a Medical Assistant, EMT, LPN, RN, or similar BLS certification required Tech-savvy with EHR systems and basic computer skills

Compensation Snapshot

CNA or EMT

$22.00 – $28.39

Certified MA

$23.20 – $31.00

LPN, RN, Paramedic

$25.47 – $35.98

Epic Benefits

Housing & Relocation Assistance 4 Weeks Paid Parental Leave Childcare Reimbursement Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Tuition Assistance & Loan Repayment Annual Education Fund & Certification Reimbursement Up to 5 Weeks PTO in Year One 403(b) Retirement Plan with Immediate Match Pet Insurance $1,000 Annual Wellness Reimbursement Recreation & Wellness Discounts

Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.

Hourly Pay:

$23.20 - $31 USD

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About Vail Health

Vail Health is a dynamic mountain healthcare system that combines the world-class care you’d see in a big city with a small-town approach. Our history of pioneerism inspires us to roll up our sleeves in a collaborative and innovative spirit. We take pride in being an independent healthcare system that has the flexibility to make decisions that directly impact our communities. 

Elevated standards are the cornerstone of our approach. As a pillar of our community, Vail Health puts as much emphasis on mental health as we do on physical health. We recognize the value of integrated teamwork to provide the same level of personalized care we'd give an elite athlete, neighbor, or family member.

Joining Vail Health means becoming part of something greater than yourself. We support your journey, providing curated benefits that foster your personal and professional growth. Together, we make a meaningful impact on the lives of our employees, patients, and local communities .

Expanded Reach & Specialized Services

• Vail Health has expanded its reach with care facilities in Avon, Edwards, Eagle, Gypsum, and Basalt. Our main hospital in Vail offers a wide range of services, including emergency care, surgery, childbirth, and imaging, all within a modern facility that reflects our dedication to innovation and excellence.
• At Vail Health Hospital,  Radiology supports a full spectrum of care. We staff 3 to 5 technologists each day in Vail, rotating responsibilities to ensure seamless, high-quality imaging coverage for every patient. We offer exciting opportunities to cross-train in CT, MRI, Mammography, and Ultrasound, empowering you to broaden your skills and advance your career within our diverse imaging team.
• Colorado Mountain Medical is a team of primary care physicians, specialists and other practitioners with clinics in Dillon, Frisco, Vail, Avon, Edwards, and Eagle. CMM provides high-quality health care to Eagle County residents and visitors.
• Howard Head Sports Medicine helps people of all ages and abilities rebuild their body and spirit. Working with the world's top orthopaedic doctors and researchers, our patients benefit from innovative physical therapy techniques, state-of-the-art equipment and experienced physical therapists. With 10 locations in Eagle and Summit Counties, as well as the Roaring Fork Valley, Howard Head Sports Medicine will get you back to doing the activities you love! 
• The Shaw Cancer Center , a premier oncology facility in Edwards, provides comprehensive cancer care—ranging from radiation and infusion to supportive therapies—set in a serene, mountain environment.
• In 2025, we also opened the  Precourt Healing Center , a state-of-the-art Behavioral Health facility offering both inpatient and outpatient services to meet the growing mental health needs of our mountain communities with compassionate, integrated care.

Patient Care Tech Program:

Patient care technicians are non-certified support staff that can help assist in basic medical tasks.

Students in the program are given six months to a year to go through a series of modules that progress their skill sets toward what is needed to become certified as a medical assistant. During the program, the staff members go through three promotion levels (PCT 1, PCT II and PCT III) with the fourth being becoming certified medical assistants after passing the national certification exam.

“We built out a four-step program for them to move through those skills. Each skill I would monitor closely to make sure that they were competent in. They would have a whole skills list and they would go through that, whether it be the training team or who they were shadowing for the day,” Katelynn Parks said. “The PCTs loved being able to do a little bit more outside of their current scope, which was very limited. We would train them specifically for Colorado Mountain Medical and what we needed our clinical assistants to do differently from other places.”

All of this skills training was provided on the job, meaning that not only were the students working toward — and gaining the skills needed — for the certification, they were being paid to do so.

What is the Patient Care Tech Program at Colorado Mountain Medical?

Vail Health Benefits

We’re proud to offer a  competitive and comprehensive benefits package  that supports the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of our team members. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Retirement savings plan with employer match- 5% match immediately.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Employee wellness program ($1,000 for Full Time employees) and other mental health resources
• Relocation and housing assistance for eligible roles

At Vail Health, you're not just taking on a job—you're joining a mission to elevate care in the communities we serve.