Medical Assistant

About the job

As a Medical Assistant at Jefferson Center's Recovery Clinic in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, you will work in a team-based environment focused on substance use recovery and holistic care. The role emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, frequent patient interaction, clinical procedures, health education, and support for ongoing treatment initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct medical procedures such as vitals, injections, and drug testing
• Educate and support clients and families about medical concerns, especially related to substance use
• Collaborate with public health entities and team members
• Manage prescriptions, coordinate lab work, and ensure regulatory compliance
• Support harm reduction efforts and wellness initiatives

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification required
• Experience in psychiatric or addiction medicine preferred
• Understanding of substance use disorders and medication therapy
• Basic computer and EHR skills

Benefits and Compensation

• Salary: $24.52 per hour ($51,000 annually for 1.0 FTE)
• Medical, dental, vision benefits; PTO
• Supportive, inclusive work culture

Location

• Wheat Ridge, Colorado

Healthcare · 500-1000

Jefferson Center for Mental Health is a nonprofit, community-focused provider offering mental health care and substance use services. Serving Jefferson, Gilpin, and Clear Creek counties in Colorado, the center has been dedicated to promoting mental health and providing quality services for over 67 years. With a team of over 200 licensed therapists and practitioners, they assist individuals and families through counseling, psychiatry, substance use disorder treatments, and crisis services. In the past year, Jefferson Center has helped over 23,000 people, emphasizing their commitment to fostering recovery and resilience in the community.