$20.62 - $23.20
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OVERVIEW OF MESA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH
Mesa County Public Health was formed in 1948 as a political subdivision of the State. We
provide a wide range of public and environmental health services to Mesa County residents
and, in some programs, the region.
Mesa County Public Health is a leader in our community, our region, and throughout Colorado.
We are committed to upholding standards that align our actions with our mission, vision, and
values. We are an efficient and innovative organization and we are very proud of the work we
do. We have high expectations of our leaders, our peers, and ourselves. We believe in the
power of community partnerships to develop sustainable solutions for our residents. Mesa
County Public Health employees believe in the principles of Epidemiology, support evidence-
based interventions, and advocate for healthy lifestyles at the personal and community levels.
Our Vision: Mesa County is a supportive community that promotes a healthy environment
where everyone can flourish.
Our Mission: Understanding, promoting, and protecting the health of the community.
Our Values:
- Respect: We treat our staff, community, and partners with dignity, respect, and
empathy.
- Collaboration: We work collectively for the mutual benefit of the community through
sharing information, responsibility, and resources.
- Innovation: We empower staff to creatively approach and solve health problems facing
our community.
- Accountability: We are reliable and transparent with our community and partners.
JOB SUMMARY
The Medical Assistant provides comprehensive support in a dynamic public health clinic
specializing in family medicine and women’s, community and environmental health. Responsible
for a broad range of clinical and administrative duties to ensure high-quality, patient-centered
care. Adheres to all federal and state regulations governing patient confidentiality,
documentation standards, and professional credentials. Accurately maintains electronic health
records (EHR) and ensures timely completion of all clinical and administrative responsibilities.
Demonstrates strong time management skills to optimize workflow and minimize downtime.
Collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary team members to support seamless clinic
operations and enhance patient outcomes.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not
include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required.
- Greets and prepares patients for clinical visits; reviews medical history, obtains and
documents vital signs, administers routine immunizations, and collects blood and other
specimens for laboratory testing per established protocols.
- Ensures timely and accurate completion of all documentation, including patient
encounters, lab results, medical release forms, and consent documentation, in
compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards.
- Assists providers with a full range of family medicine and women’s health procedures,
including but not limited to PAP smears, colposcopies, biopsies, IUD/implant insertions
and removals, endometrial biopsies, STD screenings, vasectomies, and comprehensive
physical exams.
- Assists with telemedicine visits as needed and directed.
- Accurately performs and documents results for routine diagnostic procedures and point-
of-care testing in the required electronic health records (EHR). These tasks include, but
are not limited to, blood draws, taurine screens, and rapid CLIA waived tests.
- Clearly communicates lab and diagnostic results to providers and patients as directed,
ensuring timeliness and confidentiality.
- Administers/dispenses oral and injectable medications, performs appropriate lab tests,
and completes routine hearing and vision screenings according to the ordering provider,
standing order, and per clinic protocol and training.
- Supports population health and quality improvement efforts by accurately entering and
tracking clinical data related to patient screenings, follow-up appointments, and
outcomes for chronic disease management, preventive services, and reproductive
health.
- Clearly explains clinical procedures to patients and addresses basic questions in a
professional and compassionate manner.
- Maintains a clean, organized and safe clinical environment, including but not limited to,
sanitizing exam rooms and medical equipment, accurately labeling and preparing lab
specimens for transport, completing routine inventory and stocking exam rooms.
- Coordinates care by managing medical record requests and tracking internal and
external referrals, resources, and programs required for the care model.
- Maintains laboratory compliance, participates in quality assurance activities, and
performs environmental lab-related tasks including, but not limited to, equipment checks,
temperature logs, inventory of control materials, documentation required for regulatory
audits (e.g., CLIA, OSHA), clinical point-of-care (POC) testing—such as pregnancy
tests, glucose tests, and rapid infectious disease screenings—in accordance with clinical
protocols.
- Performs additional related duties as assigned to support overall clinic and lab efficiency
and quality of care
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- Demonstrates professionalism, punctuality, and strong time management skills.
Expected to actively contribute to a team-based care model, maintain flexibility to
support clinic needs, and uphold a patient-centered approach in all interactions.
- If bilingual, provide translation and interpretation for Spanish-speaking patients.
Otherwise, utilize appropriate language services, such as a language line, for proper
patient communication.
NON ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Participates in emergency planning and response activities.
- Participates in agency-wide activities that may include strategic planning, quality
improvement, and/or staff development, as appropriate.
- Completes necessary training through FEMA, including Incident Command Structure
(ICS) courses.
- When a local declaration of emergency or disaster is declared by County leadership,
employees may be required to work as part of a National Incident Management System
(NIMS).
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED
- 2 years clinical or community health experience, preferred
OR
- Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the knowledge,
skills and abilities required for the job.
Licenses, Certifications and Registrations:
- Certification or Registration as a Medical Assistant, preferred
- Certification or Registration as a Phlebotomy Technician, preferred
- Valid BLS Certification or able to obtain within 6 months of employment
Computer and Technology
- Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office applications including, Word, Excel, and
PowerPoint.
- Knowledge and ability to use Google Applications including Gmail and Drive.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS and WORKING ENVIRONMENT
- This position requires standing, stooping, sitting, bending, twisting, and lifting 10 pounds.
- Work is generally confined to a standard office environment.
- May be exposed to communicable diseases and infections
In compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act the following items can be used as a determining factor in the starting and ongoing wage of an employee working in this position:
A seniority system that rewards employees based on length of employment.
A merit system that rewards employees for exceptional job performance.
Education, training, or experience to the extent that they are reasonably related to the work in question.
Another factor related to job performance or business operations, such as paying a shift differential to workers on less popular shifts
Travel, if the travel is a regular and necessary condition of the work performed
This position is eligible for the following Mesa County benefits;
· Medical
· Dental
· Vision
· Retirement
· Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
· Life insurance
· Long term disability
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Agency
Mesa County
Address
544 Rood Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81501
Phone
970- 244 - 1856
Website
http://www.mesacounty.us
