Medical Assistant and Scribe in Boulder, Colorado at BoulderCentre for Orthopedics

Make a difference in patient care—one visit at a time.

Are you detail-oriented, adaptable, and passionate about helping others? Do you enjoy a fast-paced healthcare environment where every day brings opportunities to learn, collaborate, and make an impact?

BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine is seeking a Medical Assistant / Medical Scribe – Float to support our providers and clinical teams. This versatile role combines hands-on clinical support with real-time medical documentation, helping our team deliver efficient, high-quality care and an exceptional patient experience.

You'll work alongside different providers and clinical teams, adapt to changing priorities, and play an important role in keeping our clinics running smoothly. If you thrive on variety, enjoy working with people, and take pride in accuracy and teamwork, we'd love to hear from you!

Position Details

• Department: Clinical
• Reports To: Clinic Manager
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday
• Work Hours: Weekdays only— no nights, weekends, or holidays
• Employment Type: Hourly, non-exempt
• Pay Range: $20.00–$27.00 per hour, commensurate with experience
• Bonus Eligibility: Not eligible
• Locations: Boulder and Broomfield, Colorado

Enjoy a predictable weekday schedule! This is a Monday–Friday position with no evening, weekend, or holiday shifts, supporting work-life balance.

Please note: This position supports both our Boulder and Broomfield locations. The primary work location may vary based on operational needs, and candidates must be comfortable traveling between locations as needed.

What You'll Do

Support Patient Care

• Prepare patients, exam rooms, instruments, and equipment for examinations, treatments, and in-office procedures.
• Obtain and document patient histories, vital signs, screenings, and other clinical information in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Assist providers with clinical procedures and patient care, including casting, durable medical equipment (DME) fitting, dressings, suture removal, and pre- and post-procedure support, as trained and authorized.
• Provide patients with provider-approved instructions and information about follow-up care and assistive devices.
• Help coordinate patient flow and communicate patient needs to the appropriate team members.

Keep Medical Documentation Accurate

• Document patient encounters in real time or as directed by providers, including histories, examinations, procedures, diagnoses, orders, and follow-up instructions.
• Review and proofread documentation for accuracy, clarity, completeness, spelling, and grammar.
• Identify missing or inconsistent information and bring it to the provider's attention for review and correction.
• Assist with referrals, medical records, test results, and other clinical documentation as assigned.

Be a Flexible, Dependable Team Member

• Float among assigned providers and clinical teams to help maintain coverage and efficient workflows.
• Adapt to different provider preferences, schedules, and documentation practices.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked exam and procedure rooms.
• Follow infection-control procedures, HIPAA requirements, OSHA standards, and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with providers and coworkers to support a positive, professional patient experience.

What We're Looking For:

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to accurately document complex information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Ability to type at least 40 words per minute accurately and consistently.
• Professionalism, adaptability, and the ability to manage changing priorities in a busy clinical environment.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and high standards of patient care.
• Ability to work on-site at both Boulder and Broomfield locations as operational needs require.

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical assistant diploma or certification from an accredited vocational institution or community college.
• At least one year of recent experience as a medical assistant or medical scribe in a medical facility, or documented completion of a medical office externship.
• Familiarity with medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, and diagnostic procedures.
• Experience using electronic medical record (EMR) software.
• Coursework in anatomy and physiology or related subjects.
• An interest in pursuing or advancing a healthcare career.

What It Takes to Succeed

• A patient-first mindset and a professional, approachable demeanor.
• The ability to listen carefully, process complex medical information, and produce clear, accurate documentation.
• Flexibility to transition between clinical assisting and medical scribing responsibilities.
• Strong organizational skills and sound judgment about when to seek provider guidance.
• The ability to work collaboratively while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position works in a medical office and exam/procedure room environment. Responsibilities may involve sitting, standing, walking, frequent computer use, bending, reaching, and assisting patients with mobility or transfers. The position may require lifting or moving supplies weighing up to 30 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our employees' well-being, financial security, and work-life balance.

Company-Paid Benefits

• Basic Life
• 16 days of paid time off (PTO) per year
• 7–7.5 paid holidays per year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Safe Harbor contribution

Additional Benefit Options

The following benefits are available through employee contributions, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance
• Optional protection benefits, including accident, hospital indemnity, cancer care, and critical illness insurance
• Additional 401(k) savings contributions

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're looking for a role that combines patient interaction, clinical teamwork, and detailed medical documentation, we encourage you to apply!

Join BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine and help make every patient visit count.

Application Timeline: This position will remain open for a minimum of three days and will continue accepting applications until a top candidate is identified.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BoulderCentre for Orthopedics & Spine is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and are committed to fair, inclusive recruitment and employment practices in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.