Medical Assistant; PRN

Job Details

Job Location:

Pagosa Springs Medical Center - PAGOSA SPRINGS, CO 81147 Position Type:
Per Diem Education Level: High School Salary Range: $18.00 - $22.38 Hourly Travel Percentage:
None Job Shift: Day Medical 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

• PRN scheduling based on clinic needs
• No weekends
• No holidays

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.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, patient-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced clinic environment.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• Provide patient education regarding medications, procedures, and preventive care
• Reinforce provider instructions and treatment plans
• Promote preventive health and wellness education

• 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

• 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

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred

• 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

• Current Colorado Medical Assistant certification preferred but not required
• Current AHA BLS certification for healthcare providers required

• 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

• Outpatient clinic setting with frequent patient interaction
• Exposure to blood, bodily fluids, communicable diseases, and medical equipment
• Moderate noise level with frequent interruptions
• Requires…