POSITION: Medical Assistant - Primary Care The Medical Assistant (MA) is responsible for preparing for patient visits, performing assigned clinical tasks, rooming patients, obtaining and documenting vital signs, performing point of care testing, assisting in minor procedures, fielding patient phone calls, obtaining prior authorizations and maintaining patient care supplies. The MA works with-in an integrated, multi-disciplinary team and may be assigned to work with primary care providers, psychiatric providers or both. DUTIES: * Communicate with patients in person and via phone with a high level of customer service regarding medications, appointment reminders, test results and other questions, and documents communication in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). * Assists provider with staying on schedule, directs patient flow and room turn over and communicates with providers and patients/families when there are any delays. * Accurately completes and records point of care testing, such as a Urine Drug Screen or A1C test. * Administers medication and immunizations as instructed by the RN or medical provider. * Cleans and disinfects exam tables, counters, equipment and medical devices per established infection control guidelines. * Obtains prior authorizations for medications, and other supplies, tests or referrals when needed. * Assembles equipment and supplies and prepares trays for minor procedures. * Communicate diagnostic and laboratory results to patients as instructed by medical provider. * Provides patient education as instructed by RN or medical provider. REQUIREMENTS: * High school diploma or GED * Must be 18 years of age * Valid Driver's License * 1 year as a Medical Assistant or clinical support position in a medical or behavioral health setting * Annual Flu immunization, Annual TB screening, CPI training, BLS PRO certification required within 90 days of hire PREFERRED SKILLS: * 3 years as a Medical Assistant and CMA WAGE: $19.00 - $22.14/ Hour - depending on experience BENEFITS: Paid time off, Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance, Long/ Short Term Disabilitym401k, Pet Insurance Life Insurance, College Invest plans, Annual Wellness Benefits. On-going training & educational opportunities for professional development. SHIFTS: Full-time - 40 hours per week JOB SITE: Dove Creek, CO APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: If you meet the minimum requirements for this position, please click on How to Apply' to view application information. You must be registered with Connecting Colorado to view the application information (registration is available at no cost).