Medical Assistant - Psychiatry
Posting Detail InformationWorking TitleMedical Assistant - PsychiatryPosition LocationFort Collins, COWork LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-personResearch Professional PositionNoPosting Number202401593APPosition TypeAdmin Professional/ Research ProfessionalClassification TitleTechnical/Support IINumber of VacanciesWork Hours/Week32-40Proposed Annual Salary Range$42,183 - $50,503; Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications (This full-time salary will be prorated based upon a 32-40 hour per week work schedule).Employee BenefitsColorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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Desired Start DatePosition End Date (if temporary)To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on09/29/2024Description of Work UnitFounded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.Medical ServicesThe 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 NetworkThe 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, seehttps://health.colostate.edu/Why work at Colorado State University?Commitment to CampusColorado 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
After-school programs and summer camps for kids
Tuition Scholarships up to 50% for eligible family members
For more detail about these programs, visit:https://hr.colostate.edu/employee-assistance-program;https://hr.colostate.edu/care-program.Retirement ProgramsWhile 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 UniversityColorado 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
Seen record fundraising far outpacing ambitious goals
Delivered groundbreaking research driven by a highly productive faculty
Revitalized campus through a transformational building campaign
Shaped 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 CommunityColorado 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-FreeColorado 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 CollinsFort 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 SummaryThis 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 medication administration (oral and injections), venipuncture, EKG’s, and 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 38-39 weeks) and 32 hours per week during scheduled CSU breaks (approximately 13-14 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. The full-time salary is $42,183 – $50,503, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This full-time salary will be prorated based upon a 32-40 hour per week work schedule. The Medical Assistant reports directly to the Manager of Nursing Services.The Medical Assistant will work primarily in the Psychiatry Services Clinic, and will flex to other areas within the Medical Services Clinic when the approved training has been completed and competency has been established. The primary areas of the Medical Services Clinic are Acute Care, Primary Care, Psychiatry, Women’s and Gender Care, and Allergy/Immunizations.Required Job QualificationsEducation/Certification
High School Diploma or GED
Diploma from a Medical Assistant training program at a nationally accredited school
Certified Medical Assistant ( CMA ) or Registered Medical Assistant ( RMA ) certification must be valid, current and in good standing
Certificate in Basic Life Support ( BLS ), valid and current, or the ability to obtain prior to start date
Experience
One year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant
Preferred Job QualificationsExperience
Demonstrated experience working with electronic record systems
One year of experience working in a mental health or substance abuse recovery setting
Experience working in the college health setting
Experience working in an outpatient care setting
Experience caring for college age / young adult population
Experience caring for diverse populations, including diverse religious/spiritual beliefs; racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds; and diverse sexual orientations and gender identities
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
Diversity StatementReflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.Essential DutiesJob Duty CategoryDirect and Indirect Patient CareDuty/ResponsibilityThis 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
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, allergy/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 Time80%Job Duty CategoryInfection and Inventory ControlDuty/Responsibility
Maintains safe, clean, and 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 Time10%Job Duty CategoryMeeting ParticipationDuty/Responsibility
Attends routine nursing staff and departmental meetings to keep abreast of current clinic and nursing information
Provides back-up support for obtaining prior authorizations from insurances for psychiatry/ iTEAM clients in order to receive intensive post hospitalization psychiatric services
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 Time10%Application DetailsSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsCSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. Applicants needing assistance to submit application materials may contact Tammy Roehrich at Tammy.Roehrich@colostate.edu.Complete applications must include:
Cover letter addressing Required Job Qualifications, Preferred Job Qualifications and Essential Job Duties
Resume
For full consideration, complete applications must be received by 11:59 pm Mountain Time on Sunday, September 29, 2024.References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.Applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.Application materials will be held in confidence by the Search Committee through semi-finalist interviews. Confidentiality of application materials detaches at the point where a candidate accepts participation in a finalist interview. At that time, redacted application materials are shared with campus stakeholders when invited to participate and give feedback to the Search Committee.Conditions of EmploymentPre-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.Search ContactTammy Roehrich (tammy.roehrich@colostate.edu)EEO StatementColorado 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. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) 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,titleix@colostate.edu.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,oeo@colostate.edu.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,oeo@colostate.edu.Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .Background Check Policy StatementColorado 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.References RequestedReferences RequestedMinimum Requested3Maximum Requested3Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
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Do you have a diploma from a Medical Assistant training program at a nationally accredited school?
Yes
No
Is your Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification valid, current and in good standing?
Yes
No
Do you have a Certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS), valid and current, or the ability to obtain prior to start date?
Yes
No
Do you have one year of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant?
Yes
No
This Medical Assistant works 40 hours per week during the academic year (approximately 32-33 weeks) and 32 hours per week during scheduled CSU breaks (approximately 19-20 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. The salary is $42,183 - $50,503 and is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This full-time salary will be prorated based upon a 32-40 hour per week work schedule.
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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
Optional Documents