Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

Community Care Network is looking for a Medical Assistant to join our team! Community Care Network is comprised of Rutland Mental Health Services and Rutland Community Programs. Our mission is to enhance the well-being of our communities, individuals and families through responsive, innovative and collaborative human services.

About the Role : The Medical Assistant is responsible for completing clinical duties in a health care setting, working under the direct supervision of a physician or other health practitioner. The Medical Assistant will effectively perform clinical and administrative functions including, but not limited to : client intake and care, routine diagnostic and recording procedures, observing patient behavior, taking notes, monitoring vital signs, and the administration of medications and first aid, while adhering to legal and ethical standards in the field.

Principal Responsibilities :

• Provide client care as part of a team of doctors, nurses, mental health professionals, and therapists.
• Administer mini-mental health screens and enter data to chart using the Electronic Medical Record system.
• Manage and obtain client medical history and adequate client medical information / data as needed.
• Responsible for client administration of injectable medications during shot clinic events as necessary.
• Monitor clients (in person or by telephone) for changes in clinical symptoms, treatment side effects or complications.
• Receive or initiate client phone calls and follow practice or protocol while gathering pertinent data regarding the reason for call or client request.
• Schedule / cancel appointments for existing clients following standard practice.
• Assist with referrals to internal or external psychosocial or mental health treatments as needed.
• Provide client education about common mental health and substance use disorders and available treatment options.

Qualifications :

Whats in it for YOU : Competitive Pay - $21.00-$23.00 / hour (compensation is typically dependent upon experience) Comprehensive Benefit Package 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Career Training and Development Collaborative and engaging team meetings with supervision

CCN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.