Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Our physicians and staff at Colorado ENT & Allergy are widely regarded as the best in the fields of ENT, Allergy, Asthma, Immunology, and Audiology. We have been taking care of patients in Southern Colorado since 1995. Credentialed with all three hospital systems in the greater Colorado Springs region. Colorado ENT & Allergy is your leader in the latest technology and clinical research. Colorado ENT & Allergy is known throughout Colorado as trusted experts who deliver highly skilled compassionate care.

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant will be responsible for performing patient centered care and procedures under the direct supervision of the registered nurse and physician. In addition, the MA will assist with medical procedures as well as perform a broad spectrum of administrative duties. Medical assistant experience preferred but not necessary.

Primary Responsibilities

• Greets patients and prepares syringes for injection administration.
• Provides general care to patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments, specifically allergy/immunotherapy injections.
• Maintains immunotherapy room with necessary supplies and materials. Ensures cleanliness.
• Observes, records and reports patients' vitals and reactions to treatments.
• Assesses patient needs and suggests solutions to patient care problems.
• Maintains accurate patient records.
• Assures patient stays for required observation time after injection(s).
• Reacts appropriately in patient reaction situations; informs physician and/or other clinical staff as necessary to mitigate adverse reactions.
• Responsible for reporting improperly operating medical equipment and instruments to supervisor.
• Responsible for following OSHA regulations.
• Maintains patient, employee and clinic confidentiality.

Requirements

• Registered Medical Assistant or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant- Required (or must obtain within the first 90 days of employment)
• Basic Life Support for Health Care Provider (BLS/CPR)- Required (or willing to obtain)

Work Environment

• This position will be performed on site in a medical office setting.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)

Pay Range: $19-23.00 an hour

Location: Rotating position between three locations: 3030 N. Circle Drive, Ste. 300; 6031 E. Woodmen Road, Ste. 300; 3595 E. Spaulding Avenue, Ste. B Pueblo CO

Colorado ENT & Allergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer