University of Colorado Anschutz
Department: Community Practice
Job Title: Lead Certified Medical Assistant - Dermatology, Aurora
Position #: 00850251 – Requisition #: 40377
Calling all Certified Medical Assistants who have leadership potential! We need your training and skills to help our clinic run smoothly, providing our patients with top notch quality care.
The Lead Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for acting as a leader and subject matter expert, providing patient care under the direction of a physician or another healthcare provider.The Lead CMA works to facilitate clinic workflow, assist patients, provide seamless delivery of care for each patient, process improvement initiatives, and supply ordering.
Key Responsibilities:
Acts as a lead and subject matter expert for other Certified Medical Assistants, Front Desk Staff, Physicians, etc.
Trains other Certified Medical Assistants in the clinic.
Accurately room patients, obtain & record vital signs, patient history, and reason for seeking care.
Accurately document all care provided and procedures performed within the patient’s medical record.
Assist the providers with patient education pertaining to their ongoing care.
Clean exam rooms and other patient care areas between each patient.
Perform appropriate basic and/or routine regular delegated medical functions as directed and within the appropriate scope of practice as inferred by knowledge, skill level, and CU clinic guidelines.
Work Location:
Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.
Why Join Us:
Community Practice Medicine, housed within the School of Medicine at the University of Colorado, is seeking trained medical professionals to join our growing team. With clinics spanning from Longmont to Castle Rock, we offer a wide variety of opportunities. Specialty areas include, but are not limited to: Orthopedics, Vascular Surgery, OBGYN, Internal Medicine, Urology, Psychiatry, and many more!
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.
Why work for the University?
We have AMAZING benefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday, vacation, and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package, including:
Medical: Multiple plan options
Dental: Multiple plan options
Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
Holiday Days: 15/year
Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Completion of an accredited CMA program and passing the National Medical Assistant Certification Exam (i.e., AAMA or NCCT).
Three (3) years of health care experience.
Substitution: A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
Associate's degree.
Medical office experience in area of specialty.
EPIC experience.
Bilingual, Spanish-speaking.
Kronos and HealthStream experience.
MS Office experience.
Conditions of Employment:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.
Current CMA certification (i.e., AAMA, NCCT).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross healthcare provider level CPR certification.
Must be able to work in-person.
Must be able to travel to alternate locations as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Strong organizational and personal skills.
Strong medical terminology knowledge and skills.
Strong knowledge of CPT & ICD-10 procedures.
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.
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
Curriculum vitae / Resume
Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Questions should be directed to: Ryan Harding, ryan.harding@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until July 6, 2026.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as
$49,772 to $58,134.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
ADA Statement:
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@cuanschutz.edu
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado Anschutz 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.
Vaccination Statement:
CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine-preventable diseases If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety-sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program
