Medical Assistant

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a compassionate, adaptable, and detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our dedicated team at a Rural Health Clinic. In this role, you will support healthcare providers in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to a diverse rural population. You’ll perform both clinical and administrative duties, often serving as a key liaison between patients and providers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

       Clinical Duties:

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment
• Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and symptoms
• Assist with procedures, immunizations, and specimen collection
• Perform basic laboratory tests 
• Maintain exam rooms and ensure cleanliness and readiness

       Administrative Duties:

• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records (EHR)
• Handle phone calls, messages, and patient inquiries
• Coordinate referrals and follow-up care

       Community-Focused Duties:

• Participate in outreach programs and health education initiatives
• Assist with specialized clinics or home visits as needed
• Support chronic disease management and preventive care efforts

      Working Conditions:

• Fast-paced environment with varied responsibilities
• Make a meaningful impact in a close-knit rural community
• Work with a supportive team committed to holistic care
• Opportunities for professional growth and cross-training

COMPETENCIES:

• Support MMH vision and mission.
• Maintain confidentiality of all work information.
• Demonstrate an ability to function successfully in a team environment.
• Exhibit courteous, compassionate, and respectful treatment of internal and external customers.
• Displays a positive attitude and flexibility in changing situations.
• Participates in identifying problems and suggesting solutions.
• Report any compliance issues as designated in the MMH Compliance Program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

       MINIMUM

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program preferred, CNA and EMTs can work as MA in accordance to the 800 Rule
• Certification (CMA, RMA, or equivalent) strongly preferred
• CPR certification required
• Prior experience in a rural or primary care setting is a plus
• Strong communication, multitasking, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team

        PREFERRED:

• Bilingual preferred but not required

"This position will remain open until filled; however, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis."

WHY WORK AT MELISSA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL? 

At Melissa Memorial Hospital, we’re a family not just a healthcare provider serving patients, staff, and community with care and inclusion. Here’s why you’ll thrive here:

• Core Values: Integrity, Passion, Service, Collaboration, Ownership, Courage drive us.
• Mission: “Compassionate care, nurturing trust.”, Tagline: “Seek Health. Live Well.”
• Eastern Plains Heart: A tight-knit team delivering impactful care.
• Balance: Work-life support plus the tools to excel in your current role and help you grow!

WHAT WE OFFER: 

• 100% Employer paid Medical (Employee Only) 
• Dental and Vision insurance 
• Retirement Plans, with up to 3% employer match 
• Voluntary Group Benefits 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Gym Membership Discount 
• PTO, Paid Sick Time 
• Continuing Education Benefits 
• FSA 
• MASA Insurance 
• Eligibility for Student Loan Repayment  

MELISSA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL: 

Melissa Memorial Hospital is a 15-bed critical access hospital, located in Holyoke, Colorado. While being “rural” we are equipped for any situation. It is a model rural hospital with 1 operating room, surgical procedure room, 4 bay emergency room, and radiology including 64-slice CT scanner and mammography, MRI, ECHO, and Nuclear Medicine, along with other ancillary services. The hospital is co-located with a family practice clinic and retail pharmacy services. Other services include chemotherapy, general & orthopedic surgery, podiatry, cardiology, orthopedic surgery, progressive rehab services, and wound care. MMH operates a full-time EMS service and maintains a 24/7 AirLife Helicopter base. 

THE COMMUNITY: 

Holyoke is home to the Holyoke Dragons and is truly a “City of Pride and Progress.” Holyoke offers: 

From different coffee shops to different ethnic flavors, to a quick bite, the sweet small town of Holyoke has a handful of different restaurant options to choose from. 

Holyoke is based in Phillips County where there are four different rural towns in the county with two schools in the county. Holyoke, Amherst. Paoli, and Haxtun are all within the same county. Holyoke homes a historical museum with different artifacts of what has built Holyoke today. You will see the fields turn different colors throughout different seasons. Your wheat, corn, alfalfa, are some of the few cultivating growths that you will see around your area! If you enjoy hunting, there are plenty of opportunities for a good catch. You will discover that you can see the most beautiful sunsets and the clearest starry nights out in the rural areas. Come take a look at our beautiful little town in the Northeastern corner of Colorado. 

Click here for a List of Things to Do in Holyoke 

Melissa Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.