Medical Assistant

Colorado State University, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago

Location: Fort Collins, COLORADO

Deadline: 09 Dec 2022

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information

Working Title	Medical Assistant
Position Location	Fort Collins, CO 80523
Does this position qualify for hybrid or remote work?	No
Classification Title	Health Care Tech II
Posting Number	202200667P
Position Type	State Classified
Open Date	12/02/2022
Close Date	12/09/2022
Salary	$23.12 hourly
Employee Benefits	Colorado State University (CSU) and the State of Colorado are committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits package that supports you, your health, and your family. Visit CSU’s Human Resources website for detailed benefit plan information for permanent full-time and part-time classified employees in the following University benefit areas: https://hr.colostate.edu/hr-community-and-supervisors/benefits/benefits-eligibility/ and https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ .
Full/Part Time	Part-time
State Classified Hourly	Yes
Overtime Eligible
Description of Work Unit	Medical Services The Medical Clinic at the CSU Health Network provides acute and chronic care to CSU students by appointments and on a walk-in basis for urgent concerns. Primary care physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners care for students, with emphasis on preventive care, education, and continuity. The medical staff are supported by a full range of laboratory, radiology, pharmacy, physical therapy, psychiatry, optometry, and nutrition services on site, behavioral health and integrated care with counseling staff enhances the treatment of students with behavioral health concerns. Minor procedures are performed in the clinic. The Medical Clinic provides services between the hours of 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday-Friday, providing attractive work schedules for staff. CSU Health Network The CSU Health Network (CSUHN) at Colorado State University provides a full range of cost-effective mental health and primary care medical services on campus, referral for community specialty care, and comprehensive health education and prevention services programming. Services such as physical therapy, dentistry, and optometry are available. The CSU Health Network is active in creating a healthy campus environment to support learning and success. For more information about the CSU Health Network at Colorado State University, see http://www.health.colostate.edu. Why work at Colorado State University? Commitment to Campus Colorado State University’s Commitment to Campus encompasses a wide range of programs, discounts, and special benefits available to CSU faculty and staff. Here are just a few… FREE credit courses (up to 9-semester credits per year) through Employee Study Privilege FREE growth/training/development opportunities FREE MAX transit use with CSU identifications FREE GED Preparation and Training After-school programs and summer camps for kids Tuition Scholarships up to 50% for eligible family members For more detail about these and other Commitment to Campus programs, visit: https://commitmenttocampus.colostate.edu/ . Retirement Programs While employees of CSU do not contribute to Social Security, the University and the state of Colorado offer competitive retirement plans. As a condition of employment and required by Colorado law, employees are required to participate in either the University’s Defined Contribution Plan (DCP) or the Public Employee’s Retirement Plan (PERA) of Colorado. Each plan offers a generous employer match between 10% – 21%. For more information, visit: https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-perks/ . Top Public Research University Colorado State University is one of the nation’s top public research universities and an institution on the rise. In the last decade, CSU has produced record enrollment, built on all-time highs in student diversity and student success; record fundraising far outpacing ambitious goals; groundbreaking research driven by a highly productive faculty; a campus revitalized by a transformational building campaign; and, perhaps most important, an unrivaled learning environment where nine of 10 recent graduates say they would choose CSU again and rate their education as excellent. CSU was recently ranked first among Colorado-based educational employers and fifth among all in-state employers in Forbes magazine’s “America’s Best Employers by State!” Campus Culture and Principles of Community Colorado State University has a campus culture that is driven by a desire always to do better and a vision to be the best place to learn, work, and discover. Our Principles of Community – Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice – reflect our core values and support CSU’s mission and vision of access, research, teaching, service, and engagement. Each member of our community has a responsibility to uphold these principles when engaging with one another and acting on behalf of the University. Tobacco and Smoke-Free Colorado State University is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. For the health of our university community, the use of smoking, vaping or tobacco products is prohibited on CSU grounds or in buildings. Live in Fort Collins Fort Collins, which has been home to CSU since the University’s inception in 1870, is a vibrant, friendly city of 161,000 tucked against the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Northern Colorado, just 60 miles from Denver. The city boasts a lively arts and cultural scene, shopping in historic Old Town, a strong economy, and is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. With more than 200 miles of bike paths and trails, easy access to the scenic Poudre River and majestic Rocky Mountain National Park, and within easy driving distance of Colorado’s iconic ski areas, it is a year-round paradise. Boasting a mild climate, thriving high-tech industry, and some of the best microbreweries in the world, it’s no wonder Fort Collins annually ranks among the most livable small cities in the United States.
Position Summary	This Medical Assistant assists and works under the supervision of the medical providers (Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Physician Assistants, and nurses) to aide in clinic flow, productivity, and continuity of care to patients in the CSU Health Network medical clinics. The Medical Assistant assists with the intake process (taking and documenting vital signs and assisting with completion of health records), assisting in the delivery of routine comfort measures (providing oral fluids, ice packs or bandages for minor injuries), nursing care (escorting or transporting patients to area of care, cleaning and bandaging abrasions or wounds) and observing, reporting, and documenting patient behavior during their visit at the health clinic. The Medical Assistant may perform venipuncture, point of care testing to facilitate diagnostic testing ordered by a medical provider, and other tasks delegated by nursing staff. This Medical Assistant works 40 hours per week during the academic year (approximately 33 weeks) and 32 hours per week during scheduled CSU breaks (approximately 13 weeks). This position may voluntarily work additional hours to cover employees who are absent or on leave and during other clinic events, as requested by the management. This is a part-time hourly position with no guaranteed hours. The Medical Assistant will work in a primary area within the Clinic and will flex to other areas when the approved training has been completed and competency has been established. The primary areas of the Medical Clinic are Acute Care, Primary Care, Psychiatry, Women’s and Gender Care, and Immunizations. The Medical Assistant reports directly to the Manager, Nursing Services.
Minimum Qualifications	Education/Certification High School Diploma or GED Registered or Certified Medical Assistant valid, current and in good standing Valid, current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate or the ability to obtain prior to position start date Experience One year experience as a Medical Assistant
Substitutions	Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Preferred Qualifications	Education Registered Medical Assistant Experience Demonstrated experience working with electronic record systems Experience working in the college health setting Experience working in an outpatient care setting Experience caring for college populations Experience caring for diverse populations Directly related state service experience Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills Excellent interpersonal and customer services skills Outstanding problem solving and conflict management skills Ability to work as a team player Ability to analyze policies, programs, and initiatives to make recommendations for quality improvement A personal or professional commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through active planning and purposeful effort

Essential Job Duties

Job Duty Category	Direct and Indirect Patient Care
Duty/Responsibility	This position works under the guidance of nursing or medical staff to provide direct patient care and: Implements Standing Orders to deliver timely patient care in the initial stages of the visit such as: administering OTC meds, collecting and performing point of care testing, ordering x-rays, and obtaining EKG’s based on patient chief complaint and presentation Administers injectable medications to patient based on provider order Transports patients when needed (providing a wheelchair) if the patient presents with a health need that limits ambulation (such as a leg injury or fatigue and weakness) Obtains and documents the patient’s health information (vital signs, height, weight, health history, and reason for visit) Delivers and completion of various forms and paperwork Delivers routine comfort measures for clinic patients including, but not limited to: provides oral fluids or administers over-the-counter analgesics such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen with guidance and supervision when ordered Supports treatment measures when the patient presents with an injury such as, but not limited to, applies a dressing or ice pack until a nurse or medical provider has seen the patient Supports providers as needed to complete care (e.g. obtaining orthopedic supplies, assists with splint application) and assists nursing staff to provide first aid care and other procedures as appropriate for the patient’s presenting health complaint (such as ear irrigation for cerumen impaction or splinter removal) Completes procedure setup and assists provider staff with procedures such as laceration repair Performs point of care testing in the clinic setting, reporting results to providers, and recording related documentation Performs venipuncture and accurate collection of blood samples for ordered lab tests Establishes intravenous access if delegated, under direction and supervision of nursing staff Observes and reports patient behavior Provides indirect patient care by documenting patient information and treatment in the electronic health record and reviewing and signing off patient’s electronic health record; assists in retrieval of other health records, takes patients to Referral Coordinator to obtain outside medical records (ER visits), escorts patients to various ancillary services Provides support/assistance in reception, patient scheduling, immunizations and other departments as needed Uses computer skills and knowledge work with information technology to provide accurate documentation in the patient’s electronic health record Participates in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the quality of position processes and programs Completes administrative tasks, such as scheduling, information collecting, and medical records requests Completes prior authorization insurance phone calls and medication refill requests Trains and orients new staff once established competencies and work knowledge has been achieved and demonstrated. Performs other duties as requested by management, for which the position is qualified
Percentage Of Time	80%

Job Duty Category	Infection and Inventory Control
Duty/Responsibility	Maintains safe, clean, infection-controlled environment by performing equipment cleaning and sterilization procedures Maintains availability of supplies in procedure and exam rooms as needed; duties can vary depending upon equipment usage by providers Performs other duties as requested by management, for which the position is qualified
Percentage Of Time	10%

Job Duty Category	Meetings
Duty/Responsibility	Meetings vary on frequency: Attends routine nursing staff meetings to keep abreast of current clinic and nursing information Attends additional departmental meetings and educational activities Participates in committees, projects, and programs as available to contribute to the CSU Health Network culture and individual professional development. Performs other duties as requested by management, for which the position is qualified
Percentage Of Time	10%

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants	APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION Clearly document job duties you have performed that relate to minimum qualifications, preferred qualifications, and essential job duties in the *Work Experience* section on the application. Human Resources must be able to evaluate your experience based on this information. Clearly outline dates of employment and hours worked per week for each employment experience listed in the Work Experience section of the Application so that Human Resources can calculate full-time work experience. Please note: Part-time experience will be calculated to determine the full-time equivalent. The *Work Experience is the only document that will be utilized to determine if minimum qualifications, as outlined in the job posting, have been met. The Application is considered to be the legal document on file; resumes will not be reviewed for minimum qualification requirements.* INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS If an Application is considered “Incomplete”, the Application will be removed from consideration for the position. An Application is incomplete if no current/ previous employment is included in the *Work Experience* section of the Application. An Application is incomplete if “see resume” (or something similar) is noted, or previous employment does not contain job duties for every position in the *Work Experience* section of the Application. Positions requiring a degree or if using education as a substitution for work experience (e.g.: Associate or Bachelor’s) transcripts are required in order to verify receipt of the required degree or coursework. If official or unofficial transcripts are not supplied at the time of application, the Application is incomplete. RESUMES When a resume is listed as a required document, it may be used in the comparative analysis/ evaluation process to determine the candidates that most closely meet the qualifications of the position. This process occurs after an application has passed the minimum qualifications screening. Resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application; however, some positions may still require a resume as a component for complete application materials. Please see the *Required Documents* section of the posting. NOTES Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason. The selection process for State Classified positions may include an exam(s) and interview(s) which require candidates to physically appear (at the CSU campus in Fort Collins, CO) at the candidates’ own expense. All status updates for this position will be sent via email from [email protected] , OR the Employment Consultant facilitating the search process. In addition to your Inbox, remember to check the Deleted and Junk folders for these important communications. Pertinent updates to your Application status can be obtained by logging into your application account at https://jobs.colostate.edu Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at Colorado State University 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. Colorado State University 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 a reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Human Resources – Employment Office, at [email protected] or call (970) 491- MyHR(6947). DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION Please check the Help link online at https://jobs.colostate.edu/help/ for assistance on your application or for answers to Frequently Asked Questions. All other inquiries should be directed to the Colorado State University Human Resources Office (970) 491- MyHR(6947).
Conditions of Employment	Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Special Requirements/Other - Health Network follows CDC guidelines for Employee Health in a healthcare setting, including proof of vaccinations. Employees must show proof of compliance/willingness to comply by start date.
EEO Statement	Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715, [email protected] . The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] . The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836, [email protected] . Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to the Office of Civil Rights, Department of Education .
Background Check Policy Statement	Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
Employment and Appeal Rights	If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination. Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director’s Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb . A standard appeal form is available at: www.colorado.gov/spb . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

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