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Medical Assistant Program Director Jobs in Colorado

Medical Assistant

Pueblo, CO · On-site

$49K - $54K/yr

... as directed by providers Maintain accurate and timely documentation within electronic medical ... accredited Medical Assistant program Minimum of 1 year of experience in both clinical and ...

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How much do medical assistant program director jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for medical assistant program director in Colorado is $109,483.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,800.00 and $102,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Medical Assistant Program Directors?

Medical Assistant Program Directors are professionals responsible for overseeing and managing medical assistant training programs, typically within colleges, universities, or vocational schools. They develop curriculum, ensure programs meet accreditation standards, hire and supervise instructors, and monitor student progress. Their role ensures that students receive quality education and training to become competent medical assistants. Program Directors also stay current with industry trends and regulations to keep their programs relevant and effective.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Medical Assistant Program Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medical Assistant Program Director, you need in-depth knowledge of medical assisting, curriculum development, educational leadership, and typically a healthcare degree with teaching or administrative experience. Familiarity with accreditation standards, learning management systems (LMS), and certification requirements such as CMA (AAMA) or RMA is often required. Exceptional organizational, communication, and mentorship skills set top candidates apart by fostering student and faculty success. These competencies ensure program quality, regulatory compliance, and the effective preparation of future medical assistants.

What are some common challenges faced by Medical Assistant Program Directors when managing both administrative responsibilities and faculty coordination?

Medical Assistant Program Directors often balance a variety of tasks, including curriculum development, accreditation compliance, and staff supervision. A frequent challenge is ensuring effective communication and collaboration among faculty members while also addressing student needs and maintaining program standards. Time management and adaptability are essential, as directors must handle administrative duties, respond to regulatory changes, and foster a positive learning environment. Building strong relationships with both faculty and clinical partners is key to successfully navigating these responsibilities.
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Medical Assistant Lead

Medical Assistant Lead

CommonSpirit Health

Fort Morgan, CO • On-site

$21.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago


CommonSpirit Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 506 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

403rd of 872 rated healthcare providers


Job description


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 Work

With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Qualifications:

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)

Employment Type: Full Time

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