Entry-level Medical Assistant
This entry-level Medical Assistant role offers recent graduates pursuing advanced healthcare education an opportunity to gain hands-on clinical experience by supporting patient care and working closely with physicians in a specialty clinic. The position includes comprehensive training, medical scribing, and care coordination responsibilities, with a clear path for certification and career advancement in a fully onsite Denver-based setting.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Healthcare & Nursing.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This entry-level Medical Assistant role provides hands-on clinical exposure in a specialty outpatient clinic and is ideal for pre-med, pre-PA, or pre-nursing candidates seeking patient-facing experience prior to graduate programs.
- Support patients from check-in through check-out to ensure a smooth visit
- Room patients and record vital signs, medical histories, and other clinical information
- Scribe physician visits and accurately document assessments and treatment plans in the EMR
- Present patient information and updates to providers before appointments
- Assist with orders, referrals, follow-up appointments, and basic care coordination
- Help maintain a positive, efficient patient experience during each visit
- Collaborate closely with physicians, providers, and clinical staff in a specialty clinic setting
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a science, health, or pre-med related field
- Plans to pursue higher education within healthcare (medical school, PA school, nursing school, etc.) within the next few years
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- High attention to detail and professionalism
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Willingness to commit to the role for at least 18–24 months
- Reliable transportation to support occasional travel between clinic locations (Westminster and Golden)
What We Offer
- Direct exposure to physicians and meaningful patient care experience in a specialty clinic
- Valuable clinical and patient-facing hours for graduate school applications
- Extensive training and mentorship from experienced providers and clinical staff
- Company-sponsored Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA) and pay increase upon certification
- Clear growth path and advancement opportunities
- Collaborative team environment and professional networking within the healthcare community
Job Type & Location
- Contract to Hire — Fully onsite
- Location: Federal Heights, CO (worksite of record)
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay: $18.00 / hour (range: $18.00 - $18.00/hr)
- Individual pay within the posted range will depend on qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors
- If eligible, temporary-role benefits may include: medical, dental & vision; critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage; 401(k); voluntary life & AD&D; short- and long-term disability; HSA; transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; and paid time off. Benefit eligibility and plan details vary.
Additional Notes
- No prior medical assistant experience required — comprehensive on-the-job training provided
- This role is well suited to candidates seeking clinical hours and mentorship while preparing for advanced healthcare education
- The confidential client is committed to a fair hiring process and reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities (request details will be provided during hiring)
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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