Medical Assistant : Front Office Northeast- TEMP- 6417

Medical Assistant : Front Office Northeast

Job Category : Direct Care

Requisition Number : MEDIC006417

Location : Willimantic, CT 06226, USA

Description

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Job Title : Medical Assistant

Employment Type : Up to 40 hours / week, TEMP- approx. 3 months

Scheduled Hours : Monday-Friday 8AM-4 : 30PM (depending on coverage needs)

Program / Location : Front Office; Willimantic, CT (and Manchester office as needed)

About The Position : Medical Assistant

Duties & Responsibilities :

• Assist prescribers or APRNs in preparing clients for their appointments.
• Obtain and document client information such as vital signs, blood pressure, weight, height, and changes in medical history in the client's chart.
• Monitor medication adherence to ensure effectiveness and prevent diversion.
• Document ongoing client progress, particularly regarding side effects of medication.
• Collect toxicology screens at the frequency ordered.
• Assist prescribers in submitting, routing, and ensuring completion of orders and medication refill requests.
• Demonstrate competency in addressing age-related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
• Adherence to professional standards, policies and procedures, and federal, state, and local requirements, including NCCHC and Joint Commission standards.
• Consult with other team members and external providers regarding treatment.
• Stay informed about all agency policies, procedures, and complete required trainings to stay updated on current best practices regarding the treatment of individuals with mental illness and medication-assisted treatment (MAT).
• Follow up on emails regarding intakes, inductions, transfers, dose changes, EKGs, medication concerns, medical visits, and medical record requests.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Perform other assignments and duties as required.

Qualifications :

Education : High School Diploma, Medical Assistant Diploma, or Applied Associate's Degree (AAS) from an accredited school.

Experience : Previous experience in medical field preferred, experience with EMR (electronic medical records), medical terminology

Licensure / Certification / Registration : Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required.

Training : CPR / First-Aid certification, or obtained within 6 months of hire

Compensation : $18.00 / hr minimum and up, commensurate upon experience

CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply. Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!