Medical Assistant Medical Oncology
Company: Intermountain Health
Location: Brighton
Posted on: June 25, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description: A Medical assistant has accountability for
providing care to patients in an ambulatory clinic setting. This
will involve caring for patients with acute and chronic needs. A
Medical Assistant will be responsible for communicating clearly
with patients seeking care through different modalities including
telephone and in-person interactions. Essential Functions Under the
direction of the Clinician, the Medical Assistant will provide care
to patients by assisting the provider to gather information that is
relative to the patient’s visit and condition. Responsible for
communicating clearly with patients seeking care through different
modalities including telephone and in-person interactions. The
Medical Assistant will work with cross functional teams to
collaborate on patient care. Attention to detail and follow through
are key components in helping to provide the care that is needed.
The Medical Assistant will demonstrate proficiency in basic Medical
Assisting skills as well as have experience providing care in an
ambulatory setting. Skills Professional etiquette and
communication. Collaboration / Teamwork Confidentiality Customer
service Resolving patient needs Computer literacy Time management
Critical thinking/situational awareness Patient Care Reading Typing
Manual Dexterity Life Support Information Collection Accountability
Minimum Qualifications Current Basic Life Support Certification
(BLS) for healthcare providers. Must be obtained prior to the start
date. Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program or one
year of Medical Assistant Experience or has a current RN/LPN
license Demonstrated basic computer skills involving word
processing and data entry. Professional manner and strong
interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work
collaboratively with patients and fellow caregivers to deliver the
highest level of customer/patient satisfaction. Ability to protect
privacy, confidentiality, and Protected Health Information (PHI) of
patients, members, and caregivers. Preferred Qualifications Current
national MA certification from one of the following national MA
certifications or registrations: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
of AMT, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Certified
Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or Certified Medical Assistant
(CMA) of the AAMA. Experience in an outpatient clinic or other
healthcare setting. Computer literacy in using electronic medical
records (EMR) systems and other relevant software. Physical
Requirements Ongoing need for employee to see and read information,
labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment
and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers,
patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally
communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information,
alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly
during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers
to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and
accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for
documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication
preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of
movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift,
and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of
varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and
assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and
distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling
gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often
required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment,
power cords on the floor, etc.) May be expected to stand in a
stationary position for an extended period of time. For roles
requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires
sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other
vehicles. Physical Requirements: Location: Platte Valley Hospital
Work City: Brighton Work State: Colorado Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly
rate dependent upon experience. $20.67 - $30.78 We care about your
well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our
caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of
programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that
encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here .
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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