Medical Assistant Orthopedics

Job Title: Medical Assistant - Orthopedic and Podiatry Department (Pre-Health/Gap Year(s) Track)

Location: Boulder and Louisville, CO

Employment Type: Full-Time (Ideal for May/June graduates)

About the role:

Boulder Medical Center Orthopedic department is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our orthopedic/podiatry team. This position is specifically designed for a high-achieving individual who has recently earned (or is about to earn) a degree in Integrative Physiology, Biology, Kinesiology, or a related field.

You will work directly alongside our orthopedic and podiatric surgeons and PAs, gaining high-volume clinical experience that is essential for future applications to PA, Medical or Physical Therapy programs.

Key Clinical Responsibilities:

Patient flow & diagnostics: Room patients, collect medical histories, and prepare them for orthopedic examinations.

Ortho and Podiatry specialties: Assist with casting, splinting, and bracing. Learn to perform staple and suture removals and assist with in-office procedures.

Imaging & Documentation: Coordinate X-ray orders and maintain records in our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

Patient Education: Instruct patients on post-operative care, exercise protocols, and the use of assistive devices (crutches, boots, etc).

Surgical Coordination: Help facilitate the patient surgical experience by triaging patient calls and assisting with surgical scheduling.

Why join us before your next educational endeavor?

Direct Patient Care Hours: Earn the high-quality clinical hours required for graduate health programs.

Physician Mentorship: Gain unique insights into orthopedic and podiatric surgery and musculoskeletal medicine through daily collaboration with specialists.

Professional Development: We provide on-the-job training for clinical skills - perfect for candidates with a strong science background but no prior MA certification.

Competitive Compensation: Starting pay $18.91 - $25.21/hour (full pay range is $18.91 - $28.36) with a comprehensive benefit package.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in a science or health-related field (completed by June 2026). 

Experience: Prior experience in a clinical or volunteer healthcare setting is a plus, but we are willing to train the right candidate.

Skills: Strong communication skills; ability to anticipate what is needed next; problem solving skills; ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.