Medical Assistant, Specialty Clinic (full time)

Dermatology Medical Assistant to the Specialty Clinic, which may include cross-training to be able to cover other specialties in this clinic: General Surgery, Women's Health, Urology, ENT departments. GVH is willing to train an un-certified candidate towards certification.

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Benefits:

Here at Gunnison Valley Health, your good work will be rewarded.  In addition to a competitive salary, a generous and affordable medical/dental/vision plan, and a dollar for dollar 401(a) match, up to 3%, there are other great perks including:

• Up to $250 in your first year toward your unique Lifestyle Spending Account, matched retirement starting on day 1, and a dependent care matching plan
• A culture that values continuing education, backed up by a robust tuition reimbursement plan, and an all-access subscription to LinkedIn Learning and Headspace.  
• Paid time off benefits with an accrual rate of 10.77% in your first year of employment
• Access to mental health, financial health and wellness as well as life coaching with our Employee Assistance Program
• Free nutrition consultations, and discounted fitness membership at Western Colorado University Fieldhouse
• Deep discounts on food and drink in the cafeteria
• No traffic, and a scenic commute to the office

Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of a certified Medical Assistant program preferred.

Experience:   Previous medical practice, clinic or hospital experience preferred. Knowledge of medical terminology required. Excellent communication, customer service and organizational skills required. Experience with computers, fax/copy machines, telephone etiquette, paging systems, medical and non-medical software and database systems preferred. 

Licenses/Certification:  Maintenance of current CPR or BLS. Certified Medical Assistant preferred.  GVH is willing to train an un-certified candidate towards certification.

Essential Functions:

• Triage phone calls, follow-up on phone calls
• Track operative reports, lab and pathology reports and call patients with results
• Place patients in room after taking vitals and health history
• Enter information into EMR
• Assist surgeons with minor procedures in office
• Clean, turn over exam rooms
• Authorizing prescriptions, procedures, radiology
• Meticulous follow-up with patients regarding lab/radiology/pathology test results
• Oversight of supplies, equipment
• Adhere to all GVH safety standards, policies and protocols
• Oversee patient wait times, ensure clinic runs efficiently
• Track operative reports, lab results, pathology
• Instrument sterilization oversight
• Specimen handling, processing and paperwork
• Check-in, check-out, surgery scheduling and coordination help if needed
• Positive attitude, open to change, willing to work in a team setting, respectful

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally (0-33%) – stooping, stairs, lifting 0-20 lbs, pushing/pulling 20-50 lbs
• Frequently (34–66%) - standing, walking, sitting, handling of items
• Continuously (37-100%) - see with corrective eyewear, hear clearly with assistance

Shift - Day
Schedule - M-F, 9am-5pm
Status - FT

Compensation:  $20.84 - $25.00/hour depending on experience.

There is no deadline to apply for this position; we are accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a finalist is selected.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Gunnison Valley Health provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits Eligibility
Medical, dental, vision, health care FSA, dependent care FSA, and Lifestyle Spending Account: All active employees working 40 or more hours per pay period in a Full Time or Part Time position are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire.
Full Time staff are automatically enrolled in 401A plan as of date of hire.
Life and AD&D insurance: All active employees working 40 or more hours per pay period are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire date.
Short-term and long-term disability: All active employees working 60 or more hours per pay period are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire date

 

Gunnison Valley Health is the sole community-owned health system for Gunnison County and the surrounding areas. Gunnison Valley Health is proud to provide a comprehensive spectrum of care for the varied health requirements of our community members throughout every stage of their lives. Gunnison Valley Health is a 24-bed, short-term, critical access hospital owned and operated by the County of Gunnison. Gunnison Valley Health is governed by a seven-member Board of Trustees appointed by the Gunnison County Commissioners and licensed by the State of Colorado. Since 1938, the hospital has provided quality healthcare to the residents and visitors of Gunnison County. The Hospital is a Level IV Trauma Center. Board certified Emergency Room Physicians staff the (ER) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. General surgery, orthopedic, and OB/GYN consultants are available on an on-call basis. The ER department is supplied with the advanced equipment necessary to meet the demands of any patient with ailments ranging from bronchitis to multi-system trauma. St. Mary's CareFlight offers flight for life helicopter services to Gunnison Valley Hospital. Although it is not just a hospital, it is a fully integrated health system that includes almost every aspect of healthcare. From our Family Birthing Center to our Senior Care Center to the Cancer Care Center and the philanthropic foundation, Gunnison Valley Health is here to keep Gunnison County living well together! Our mission: The mission of Gunnison Valley Health is to effectively organize and provide quality healthcare services that improve the health of our community. Our vision: As central to a vibrant, diverse and independent community, Gunnison Valley Health provides sustained, premier care that promotes lifelong health and wellness.