Job Description
Job Location: Pagosa Springs Medical Center - PAGOSA SPRINGS, CO 81147
Position Type: Per DiemEducation
Level: High School
Salary Range: $18.00 - $22.38 Hourly
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: DayMedical Assistant – Rural Health Clinic (PRN)
Department: Rural Health Clinic
Status: PRN (As Needed)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Manager – Clinic
Location: Pagosa Springs Medical Center – Pagosa Springs, Colorado
Schedule Highlights
- PRN scheduling based on clinic needs
- No weekends
- No holidays
Position Summary
Pagosa Springs Medical Center (PSMC) is seeking a compassionate and dependable Medical Assistant (MA) to support our Rural Health Clinic on a PRN basis.
The Medical Assistant works under the direction of a physician, healthcare provider, or Registered Nurse to assist in delivering high-quality patient care. This role supports clinic operations through patient intake, assisting with procedures, performing point-of-care tests, administering medications and immunizations, and ensuring accurate documentation within the electronic health record.
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The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, patient-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced clinic environment.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Intake & Clinical Support
- Room patients and complete intake assessments including vital signs, medical history, medications, and allergies
- Assist providers with exams and minor procedures
- Perform CLIA-waived point-of-care laboratory tests as ordered
- Perform EKGs, nebulizer treatments, ear lavage, dressing changes, and other clinical procedures within scope of practice
Medication & Immunization Administration
- Administer medications and immunizations as ordered by the provider
- Follow the seven rights of medication administration
- Document all medications and treatments accurately in the electronic health record
Care Coordination
- Follow up on outstanding patient orders, referrals, and prior authorizations
- Respond to patient phone calls and portal messages appropriately
- Assist with scheduling follow-up appointments and coordinating patient care
Patient Education & Support
- Provide patient education regarding medications, procedures, and preventive care
- Reinforce provider instructions and treatment plans
- Promote preventive health and wellness education
Clinic Operations
- Maintain exam rooms and clinical supplies
- Assist with inventory and supply monitoring
- Ensure patient documentation is accurate and complete in the electronic health record
- Support clinic workflows and quality improvement initiatives
Why Join Pagosa Springs Medical Center
- Community-focused Critical Access Hospital
- Supportive team-based clinic environment
- Opportunity to contribute to high-quality rural healthcare
- Organization guided by WISER values: Wholeness, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, and Respect
QualificationsEducation
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred
Experience
- Minimum two (2) years of clinical experience preferred
- Outpatient clinic or physician office experience preferred
- CLIA waived laboratory testing experience preferred
- Immunization program experience preferred
Licensure & Certifications
- Current Colorado Medical Assistant certification preferred but not required
- Current AHA BLS certification for healthcare providers required
Skills
- Strong patient care and clinical support skills
- Ability to perform patient intake and clinical procedures efficiently
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems and basic computer programs
Work Environment
- Outpatient clinic setting with frequent patient interaction
- Exposure to blood, bodily fluids, communicable diseases, and medical equipment
- Moderate noise level with frequent interruptions
- Requires standing, walking, lifting, and assisting patients during procedures
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Compensation Range: $18.00 - $22.38 hourly, based on years of relevant experience. "Relevant experience" means relevant to the employee's responsibilities set forth in the job description as determined by the HR Manager, CAO, applicable department manager/director and applicable senior leader.
- Differential Pay:
- - PRN Differential: PRN Employees in this position receive a PRN Differential of an additional $1.00 per hour.
- Benefits: Benefits include sick leave and retirement plan with employer contribution.
- Job Type: PRN
- Shift Type: Week days
- Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
Pagosa Springs Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, and we will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, religion, creed, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment health and drug screen and background check.
