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Clinical Assistant
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Denver, CO, 80222
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 23 December 2025
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Our Medical Assistants (MAs) are highly-valued team members with an important voice in this organization. Our MAs, in partnership with clinic staff and operations, created a structured approach to a more effective, efficient work day with appropriate workloads and a clearer path for professional development. In addition, we've also established one of the first-ever MA Apprenticeship programs with an accredited local college to educate and prepare future MAs for success. As a Medical Assistant you will:
- Assume a supportive role and has responsibility and accountability for facilitating, communicating, and collaborating with both the healthcare team, and the patient/family to identify and meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the patient.
- Promote the optimal health, wellbeing and safety of the patient in accordance with patient care standards, guidelines and the delegation of medical services as defined by State Medical Practice Act.
- May perform a variety of clinical tasks as directed by an authorized health care provider in accordance with our Health Physician Group Scope of Practice.
- May assist with front office duties and scheduling of tests and/or patient appointments. Responsible for accurate chart documentation and medical record maintenance.
- Attend in?service presentations and seminars to facilitate personal and professional growth.
- Demonstrates personal accountability for relationship?based care, organizational mission, and core values.
Medical Assistants are essential to delivering whole person care to our patients. We offer a Medical Assistant Clinical Ladder to support growth and development within the system.
Schedule: PRN (Days)
In Colorado, the Pay Ranges Begin at $20.00 for Non-Certified Medical Assistants and $21.25 for Certified Medical Assistants.
Job Requirements
In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers through the American Heart Association, required
- High School Diploma or G.E.D., required
Physical Requirements - Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)
Where You'll WorkSt. Anthony Summit Hospital is a full-service, nationally recognized hospital and Level III trauma center. The hospital is the mountain base of operations for Flight For Life® Colorado and specializes in compassionate, personalized, whole-person care.
Founded in 1978, St. Anthony Summit Hospital is the premier acute care provider servicing Summit County’s world-class mountain resort destinations, including Breckenridge, Keystone and Copper Mountain. Its Frisco hospital was built in 2005 and is consistently recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States for patient experience.
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Frequently asked questions
Denver's healthcare sector is growing, with steady demand for clinical assistants. Competition varies by facility size and specialization, but roles at organizations like Catholic Health Initiatives tend to attract many qualified applicants due to strong community reputation and career development opportunities.
Beyond the Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, Denver employers often value credentials like Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) or phlebotomy training. These certifications align with Colorado’s healthcare standards and increase a candidate's appeal in clinical settings such as St. Anthony Summit Hospital.
Yes, Catholic Health Initiatives welcomes candidates with a high school diploma or GED and BLS certification. Their structured apprenticeship program and clinical ladder support newcomers, providing pathways for skill-building and professional growth within clinical support roles.
Clinical Assistants facilitate communication between patients, families, and healthcare teams, addressing physical and emotional needs. Their role includes promoting patient safety and wellbeing while ensuring accurate charting and assisting with clinical procedures under provider supervision.
Although overlapping, clinical assistants often focus more on patient interaction and supporting clinical workflows, while medical assistants might also handle administrative duties like scheduling. Job scopes vary by employer, but clinical assistants typically emphasize whole-person care within medical teams.
Many organizations, including Catholic Health Initiatives, offer clinical ladder programs that enable assistants to advance through skill-building, certifications, and increased responsibilities, potentially moving toward clinical supervisory roles or specialized medical assistant positions.
Catholic Health Initiatives integrates spiritual and emotional patient care with clinical support, fostering a relationship-based approach. Their apprenticeship programs and emphasis on whole-person care create a nurturing environment for clinical assistants seeking meaningful healthcare careers.
Yes, the organization encourages professional development through in-service seminars and partnerships with local colleges, including accredited apprenticeship programs tailored for clinical assistants. This supports ongoing learning and career progression within their healthcare system.
In Colorado, clinical assistants typically start around $20.00 per hour if non-certified and approximately $21.25 for certified medical assistants. Catholic Health Initiatives aligns with these rates, reflecting the regional market and the role’s responsibilities.
Given that St. Anthony Summit Hospital serves Summit County's mountain resorts, commuting from Denver—about 70 miles away—can be significant. Many clinical assistants might relocate closer or arrange flexible schedules, especially for PRN shifts, to accommodate travel demands.