Medical Assistant I

Medical Assistant I — Launch Your Pediatric Healthcare Career with a Team That Invests in You Kids First Health Care | Adams County, CO | Full-Time Make a Real Difference — Every Single Day At Kids First Health Care, you won't just be another employee — you'll be part of a legacy. As Colorado's first-ever school-based health center (founded in 1978!), we've spent nearly 50 years proving that every child deserves access to quality care, no matter their zip code or circumstances. If you're an MA who wants your work to actually mean something — where you'll build real relationships with kids and families, work alongside a tight-knit, whole-child care team, and grow your clinical skills in a setting that genuinely has your back — this is your spot. What You'll Love About This Role: Real career growth — this is a launchpad, not a dead-end job. We invest in training and want to see you develop. A true team environment — you'll work hand-in-hand with providers, behavioral health, and health educators — never siloed. Predictable schedule — Monday–Friday, daytime hours. No nights, no weekends, no on-call chaos. Meaningful work — every patient you help is a kid in your own community. The Details: Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM (hours may vary based on business needs) Pay: $21.00–$23.00/hour (based on experience) Benefits That Actually Support You: We don't just talk about work-life balance — we back it up: BenefitHighlight Medical 5 plan options through Kaiser Permanente, including a $0-deductible Gold plan Dental & Vision Delta Dental & VSP coverage available Retirement 403(b) with up to 3% discretionary match (up to $5,000/year) Life & Disability Employer-paid $50,000 life insurance + short-term disability, no cost to you Family Leave Paid family leave through Colorado FAMLI EAP Support Confidential work/life support for you and your family What You'll Do: Patient Experience & Clinical Support Prepare patients for visits and assist providers during exams and procedures Perform basic clinical procedures, including immunizations and specimen collection Provide patient education and follow-up instructions Patient Access & Front Office Welcome patients and families with warmth and professionalism Support check-in, paperwork, and scheduling Manage patient communications and phone support Clinical Systems & Documentation Maintain accurate records in the EMR Assist with documentation, lab requisitions, and immunization records Clinic Operations Prep and maintain exam rooms and supply inventory Follow safety and infection control protocols Team Collaboration Partner with providers and staff to support patient care goals Participate in training and onboarding Travel between clinic sites as needed What You Bring: Bilingual in Spanish and English (required) High school diploma or GED Medical Assistant (MA) Certificate BLS certification 1+ year of relevant experience CCMA certification a plus Pediatric experience a plus You'll Thrive Here If: Communicate warmly and clearly with patients, families, and staff Stay cool and organized in a fast-paced environment Take initiative without needing to be micromanaged Genuinely care about serving underserved kids and families Accepting Applications Until: July 24, 2026 or until positions is filled. **Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.