Job description
Company Overview:
Embrace the adventure of a career at Aspen Valley Hospital. Aspen Valley Hospital is a twenty-five-bed community hospital that represents the best of two worlds — the warmth and friendliness of a small town and the technical expertise of a major medical center. Our award-winning hospital, nestled in the heart of Aspen, CO, includes a team of more than 500 people dedicated to making a difference for our patients, families, and community. Nationally we are recognized for providing some of the most exceptional patient care of any hospital across the country.
This Position Offers:
Highly competitive pay, being part of a very cohesive & supportive team, and four of North America's top ski resorts at your doorstep. Our comprehensive benefits package, which can be viewed here, includes generous paid time off, health insurance within your first 30 days, and retirement. You will also be eligible to purchase discounted bus passes for transportation to and from work, discounted ski pass options, 457B, and a number of AVH hosted programs including cell phone discounts and computer software.
All new hires entering this program would be started at a minimum of $24 per hour with pay increases along the course of the year. Pay increases would begin upon successful completion of the online didactic training, mid-way through the program, and at completion.
After successful completion of the program all candidates will be making a minimum of $27 per hour or higher based on years of experience and performance throughout the year-long program.
Program Overview:
Join Aspen Valley Hospital’s Medical Assistant Apprenticeship Program and begin your path to a career in the Healthcare Field.
The AVH MA Apprenticeship program providers 144 hours of online training and 2000 hours of on the job training and covers the cost of the program for those who wish to become a Certified Medical Assistant. After successfully completing the exam and program at AVH you will then begin your career as a Medical Assistant at AVH with a minimum 2-year commitment.
Medical assistants perform combinations of administrative and clinical duties as part of a care team under the direction of a physician. Medical Assistants can work in a variety of different settings, including hospitals, doctor’s offices, and community health clinics.
A job as a Medical Assistant at AVH offers a wide array of opportunities including:
- Caring for a variety of patients from birth to geriatric in a variety of clinical settings
- Prepares patients for provider; anticipates needs of provider to maintain efficient patient flow.
- Performs phlebotomy and laboratory procedures as directed by provider.
- Performs and documents injections and immunizations.
- Ensures exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for patients.
- Cleans, prepares, and sterilizes instruments.
- Assists provider with procedures and exams.
- Manages appropriate patient referrals and required documentation.
- Observes and follows required safety protocols, including handling and disposal of sharps, use of personal protective equipment, exposure to blood borne pathogens, and general safety of employees and patients.
- Answers telephones, schedules patients, and supports care team members.
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- High School Diploma
- Ability to pass a drug screen and background check
Applicant Checklist:
Once the online job application has been completed, please send the following materials in an email to Sydney Sweat, the Director of Talent Acquisition at Aspen Valley Hospital. Her email is [email protected].
- Current Resume
- Personal Statement about why you are interested in pursuing a career as a medical assistant and how this opportunity will affect your work and personal life (350-500 words)
- Short Answer Questions Response:
- How do you show up each day in your life and represent AVH’s core values (patient centered, teamwork, respect for others, accountability, and integrity)
- What support (financial or otherwise) would you need from AVH to be able to successfully complete this program?
- Letter of Recommendation
Location: Aspen Valley Hospital · Primary Care Clinics
Schedule: Full-Time, Days, 8-5
About Aspen Valley Hospital
CEO: Dave Ressler
Revenue: $25 to $100 million (USD)
Size: 201 to 500 Employees
Type: Hospital
Website: www.aspenvalleyhospital.org
Year Founded: 1888