Behavioral Health Medical Assistant - Crisis Care (On-Site)

Care Plus NJ, Inc.; Paramus (NJ); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401k plan

Job summary

CarePlus NJ, Inc in Paramus, NJ, is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide 24/7 support in the CRSC for adults 18+ in crisis, under physician, APN, or RN supervision. The role includes on-site holistic care tailored to each individual’s needs and assisting with examinations and treatment in crisis situations.

You will communicate observations to the treatment team and conduct initial assessments to identify immediate medical interventions. The position is full-time and on-site.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or GED.
• Experience working in behavioral health setting.
• Medical Assistant Program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist medical staff with examination and evaluation in CRSC.
• Interview patients and record vitals.
• Collect specimens and perform injections and routine lab tests.
• Process lab test requests and coordinate specimen pickup.
• Prepare patients for examinations and potential interventions.
• Reconcile medications and obtain medical records.
• Maintain inventories and order medical supplies.
• Schedule appointments and route messages to staff.
• Complete insurance forms and handle admin tasks.
• Sterilize equipment and return to storage.
• Participate in weekly supervision and team meetings.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CAAHEP/ABHES-accredited Medical Assistant Program

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

CarePlus NJ, Inc in Paramus, NJ, is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide 24/7 support in the CRSC for adults 18+ in crisis, under physician, APN, or RN supervision. The role includes on-site holistic care tailored to each individual’s needs and assisting with examinations and treatment in crisis situations.

You will communicate observations to the treatment team and conduct initial assessments to identify immediate medical interventions. The position is full-time and on-site.