This position is open to current Colorado residents only.
Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies
CMHHIP units provide comprehensive psychiatric and psycho-social evaluation and treatment by a multidisciplinary treatment team. This includes: 24 hour nursing care and assessment; psychiatric intervention and evaluation; psychological services; psycho-social services; occupational therapy, educational and vocational rehabilitation services and recreational therapy. Patients are admitted from throughout the state from correctional, court, mental health, and other community facilities for long and short term treatment under court authority, as well as transfers from within CMHHIP and other units. Legal statuses of patients include 27-65 civil commitments (M-1, M-3, Short and Long Term certifications); Incompetent to Proceed (ITP); Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity or Impaired Mental Condition (NGRI or NGR-IMC); court ordered evaluations for Sanity, Sex Offender issues, Competency.
The primary purpose of the Medical Services/Clinic Unit is to deliver comprehensive healthcare to CMHHIP patients within a secure psychiatric environment. The unit serves as the hospital's operational healthcare hub, facilitating unimpeded, seamless access to essential medical and surgical services through collaborative partnerships with internal providers, facility departments, external specialty clinics, and regional hospitals.
This position is full time, scheduled Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on-site at CMHHIP.
This position provides essential administrative assistance to the Specialty Clinic, reporting to the department's supervisor. Primary responsibilities include the scheduling and coordination of six specialty clinics and eight medical providers, as well as the management of external medical visits. The role ensures the integrity of patient data within the electronic health record system (BEHR) by confirming appointments and preparing necessary documentation for outside facilities.
The incumbent facilitates the rapid scheduling of approved appointments for CMHIP clients, managing both internal and external medical care. Acting as a backup for emergent and urgent scheduling, the position serves as a vital intermediary in maintaining continuity of care, ensuring that clinical follow-ups and recommendations adhere to departmental procedures.
Further duties involve coordinating transportation for off-site medical services and maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA and patient confidentiality standards. This role is responsible for accurate timekeeping via the UKG system for nursing, physical therapy, and dental staff.
As a core operational scheduler within the Medical Appointment Scheduling Department, the Administrative Assistant III executes high-volume, precision-based scheduling for both on-grounds and off-grounds medical providers. This role serves as a critical link between care teams, external specialists, and central transport, ensuring that patient health data is processed efficiently while maintaining compliance with rigorous HIPAA security metrics and organizational tracking structures. Duties in this position include:
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience Only:
Three (3) years of relevant experience in an administrative role in a clinical setting
OR
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an an administrative role in a clinical setting equal to three (3) years
Managing complex calendars across specialty clinics and providers, and coordinating internal and off-site appointments, including urgent scheduling backup
Navigating and updating EHR systems (such as BEHR) and accurately preparing documentation and charts for outside medical facilities
Serving as an operational liaison between clinical care teams, external specialists, and central transport services for off-site patient visits
Strong professional verbal and written communication skills to effectively interface between multidisciplinary teams, external hospital systems, and department leadership
Employment history is calculated on a full-time basis (40/hrs. per week). Part-time employment is calculated on a prorated basis to determine qualifications. Be sure your application specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, work products, and accomplishments as they relate to the position and minimum requirements.
A Human Resources Analyst will review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application to determine whether your experience meets the minimum qualifications for the position. You must complete the official State of Colorado online application. Cover letters and resumes WILL NOT be reviewed during the minimum qualifications screening process. You must specifically document your work experience and qualifications in the application form. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached."
You must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process. Part-time work experience will be prorated.
Comparative Analysis Process – Structured Application Review:
After minimum qualification screening, the comparative analysis process will involve reviewing and rating of all the information you submit. The comparative analysis step may also include your results from standardized testing.
Your Work Experience/Job Duties:
Document your work experience/job duties to the extent to which you possess the skills, education, experience, minimum qualifications, and preferred qualifications.
If listed, answer all supplemental questions as your answers to these questions will be evaluated during this phase. Provide at least 4-8 sentences for each supplemental question.
Supplemental Questions:Answer the supplemental questions completely and thoughtfully. We will rate your answers based on the content of your response and your writing skills (spelling, grammar, and clarity of your writing).
You may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director if your application is eliminated. You will find the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it on the State Personnel Board website.
Contact the State Personnel Board for assistance:
For additional recruiting questions, please contact ellie.cassio@state.co.us
About Us & Benefits:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, join the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. Each of us is committed to contributing to a safe and accessible CDHS. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
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EEO Statement:The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer
We are committed to increasing a “Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities.
The State of Colorado believes that a “Colorado for ALL” drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
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