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Medical Assistant Lead
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Colorado Springs, CO, 80923-2601
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 19.05-30.29 HOUR
Date Posted : 13 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
You have a purpose, unique talents and NOW is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more.
The Medical Assistant Lead assumes 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. As a Medical Assistant Lead with us you will:
- Demonstrates personal accountability for relationship-based care, organizational mission, and core values. Provides direct patient care.
- Responsible for leading and providing front line staff support as it relates to day-to-day clinical operations. This includes, but is not limited to the delegation of duties to office staff as assigned, management of operational issues, assurance that staff adhere to clinic quality, regulatory, billing, and customer service standards, and the provision of staff duties.
- Individual will serve as point of contact for any issue in the daily operation of the clinic and will assess, resolve and/or escalate to Clinic Supervisor and/or Assistant Administrator as appropriate.
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!
In Colorado the pay ranges begin at $20.00 for non-certified and $21.25 for Certified Medical Assistants.
This position requires certification as a Medical Assistant through one of the following recognized certifying bodies:
- American Association of Medical Assistant (AAMA)
- American Medical Technologist (AMT)
- National Healthcare Association (NHA)
- National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
Job Requirements
In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
- One year experience preferred
- Clinical skills and knowledge base specific to specialty
- High School Degree or Equivalent required
- Diploma from an accredited medical assistant’s program and externship completed is preferred
- Current Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant required
- BLS for healthcare providers from the American Heart Association 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 WorkWe believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness.
CommonSpirit Medical Group (CMG) offers providers a true opportunity to live their calling to care while experiencing the support of a built-in comprehensive network, vast resources, professional growth, trusted leadership, generous benefits and an amazing quality of life with locations in Colorado, Kansas and Utah. CMG is proud to connect providers and consumers through state-of-the-art technology, clinical resources and professional expertise to help people live healthier. Our coordinated services represent a full continuum of care – from preventive and early diagnoses to leading-edge treatment and life-saving critical care. CMG’s ability to deliver better health care value is the direct result of combining the best clinical tools, shared resources and medical expertise with a patient-centered approach that emphasizes CommonSpirit Mountain Region’s mission and commitment to quality, compassion and service.
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Frequently asked questions
Colorado Springs has a growing healthcare sector, increasing demand for Medical Assistant Lead roles. Competition can be moderate due to multiple healthcare providers, but candidates with certification and leadership experience, especially in clinical operations, tend to stand out and secure positions more efficiently.
Expect medium physical workload involving occasional lifting up to 50 pounds and frequent patient support activities. The role requires stamina for clinical tasks and managing front-line staff, aligning with Colorado healthcare settings emphasizing hands-on patient care and operational leadership.
A Medical Assistant Lead not only provides direct patient care but also manages clinical staff duties, ensures regulatory compliance, and handles operational challenges. Leadership, delegation, and communication skills are critical, setting it apart from typical medical assistant responsibilities focused mostly on patient interaction.
Progression often includes mastering clinical skills, acquiring certifications like AAMA or AMT, and gaining leadership experience. Many clinics, including those in Colorado Springs, offer clinical ladders that reward growth with roles like Senior Medical Assistant or Clinical Lead Nurse, expanding responsibilities and salary potential.
Certifications from recognized bodies such as AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT are usually mandatory. These validate clinical competence and are often coupled with BLS certification from the American Heart Association, reflecting Colorado’s standards for patient safety and quality care.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes mission-driven care and offers Medical Assistant Leads a chance to integrate clinical duties with compassionate leadership. Their supportive infrastructure encourages collaboration, staff development, and a focus on whole-person care, distinguishing their approach from more transactional healthcare settings.
At Catholic Health Initiatives, the culture centers on humankindness, blending operational excellence with empathy. Medical Assistant Leads are empowered to foster team cohesion while ensuring high standards in clinical service, reflecting the organization's commitment to holistic patient care and professional growth.
In Colorado Springs, Medical Assistant Leads typically earn starting salaries around $20.00 per hour for non-certified and $21.25 for certified assistants. These rates align with regional market data, factoring in clinical expertise and leadership responsibilities within healthcare facilities.
Managing daily clinic operations in Colorado Springs requires balancing patient care with staff coordination amid evolving healthcare regulations. Leads must adeptly resolve operational issues and maintain quality standards, all while adapting to the region's specific patient demographics and healthcare resource availability.
A Medical Assistant Lead’s day blends direct patient care with supervising front-line staff, delegating tasks, and troubleshooting clinic workflows. They serve as the primary contact for operational concerns, ensuring compliance with billing, quality, and customer service standards within a mission-focused healthcare environment.