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Medical Assistant (Health Care Technician I)

Colorado School Of Mines
vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time
United States, Colorado, Golden
Jan 08, 2025
Medical Assistant (Health Care Technician I) Colorado School of Mines Salary: $19.67 - $24.74 Hourly Job Type: Full Time Job Number: GLA - JR106003 - 01/25 Location: Golden, CO Department Information Make a difference in higher education!Located in Golden, in the foothills of the Rockies, 13 miles west of Denver and 21 miles south of Boulder, Mines is a public institution with enrollment of over 6,500 students in undergraduate and graduate degree programs in engineering and applied science. For more information visit us at: www.mines.edu.The Coulter Student Health Center provides primary health care, health counseling and education to all eligible students at the Colorado School of Mines. MINES IS PROUD TO OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN EXTRAORDINARY TALENT. OUR PERKS INCLUDE: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Generous vacation and sick leave plus 13 paid holidays State pension plan (PERA) Parental Leave Reduced cost tuition for employee and family members Life and Disability Insurance Professional growth and training opportunities Access to technology and equipment Colorado State Employee Assistance Program Access to a world-class recreation center Interaction with an international population and cultural events Description of Job This position welcomes applicants who are recent graduates of Medical Assistant Programs! Build your career at Mines! The Medical Assistant (Health Care Technician I - HCT) assists in providing comprehensive health care to the student population of Mines. This position will interview the patient for primary complaint, obtain appropriate vital signs and document pertinent medical history in the Electronic Medical Record during the patient intake process, to include but not limited to historical data collection of previous allergies; updating patient's medication list, significant medical history, patient's family medical history and learning barriers. The HCT is responsible for charging and charting for all procedures, treatments and medications given by the HCT. Implements provider's plan of treatment for patients of all ages (primarily late adolescent and early adulthood population). Assists in direct patient care procedures, performs phlebotomy, gives prescribed medications and immunizations. Will complete prior authorizations, release of information and patient referrals. Applies appropriate size of orthopedic equipment. The HCT is familiar with the location of emergency equipment and is available to assist the RN and Provider staff in an emergency situation as delegated by an RN or provider. The HCT is responsible for stocking the exam rooms and treatment rooms on a daily and as needed basis. This includes infection prevention and cleaning of the rooms between patients. Will perform Point of Care (POC) tests on patients on a regular basis. Will assist with front desk duties in the absence of the Administrative Assistant. Will assist in management of immunization compliance. Please note: This position is full-time and reports to campus. Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights Residency Requirement: This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. Class Code & Classification Description: C6R1XXHEALTH CARE TECHNICIAN I MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a high school diploma or GED and be a certified medical assistant. You must submit a copy of your certificate with your application for full consideration. Daily interaction with a diverse population of students requires this position to possess excellent interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills. Must have excellent attention to detail in order to perform accurate charting and good interview and assessment skills in order to successfully gather information from patients. Desired Qualifications Experience working in a family practice or urgent care/ER facility Experience in office-performed procedures such as phlebotomy and immunizations Experience using Electronic Medical Records Experience working with college students in a campus health center Front desk reception experience Prior, relevant state experience. Appeal Rights: An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director. As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director. Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the Department's action. For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, atspb.colorado.gov/board-rules. Supplemental Information The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator at benefits@mines.edu. To apply, please visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/4779347/medical-assistant-health-care-technician-i jeid-b16c9b8a931af643a4462c934a9b9df2