Medical Assistant I

Company: UCHealth
Location: Estes Park
Posted on: March 4, 2026

Job Description:

Description Epic experience strongly preferred Location: UCHealth Estes Valley Medical Center - Estes Park, CO Department: EVMC Physician Clinic FTE: PRN, 0.0, 0.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $18.54 - $24.10 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience Job Summary: The Medical Assistant I - Physician Clinic plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinical environment. As a key member of the care team, this position supports physicians and clinical staff by ensuring efficient patient flow, accurate documentation, and exceptional service at every touchpoint of the patient experience. This role is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative setting and is passionate about making a meaningful impact on patients' lives. The Medical Assistant I combines strong clinical skills with compassionate communication to help create a welcoming, organized, and efficient physician practice. Responsibilities: Prepare patients for examinations by obtaining vital signs, medical histories, medication lists, and documenting information accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR). Assist physicians and advanced practice providers during examinations and minor procedures. Perform basic clinical procedures within scope of practice, including EKGs, injections, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and wound care. Ensure exam rooms are stocked, sanitized, and fully prepared for patient visits. Coordinate patient flow to maintain efficient clinic operations and minimize wait times. Provide clear instructions to patients regarding medications, follow-up appointments, and care plans as directed by the provider. Schedule appointments, process referrals, and support care coordination activities. Manage incoming calls, messages, and patient inquiries in a professional and timely manner. Maintain strict confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and clinic policies. Support quality improvement initiatives and adhere to established clinical protocols and safety standards. Foster a positive, welcoming environment that promotes patient satisfaction and trust. Requirements: Minimum Required Education: High School diploma or GED. Required Licensure/Certification: CMA/RMA. Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider. Minimum Experience: None Required. Epic experience strongly preferred BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire. We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives. UCHealth invests in its Workforce. UCHealth offers a Three Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee's contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals, and tenure with UCHealth. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October following completion of three years' employment. UCHealth offers their employees a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package (benefit eligibility is based off of FTE status): Medical, dental and vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents 403(b) with employer matching contributions Time away from work: paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence; start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bank Employer-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options Employer paid short term disability and long-term disability with buy-up coverage options Wellness benefits Full suite of voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care, health savings accounts (available with HD/HSA medical plan only), identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discount programs Education benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may qualify for up to $5,250 pre-paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar year Loan Repayment: UCHealth is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! UCHealth provides employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness through Savi. UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified. UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization. AF123 Who We Are (uchealth.org)

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