Certified Medical Assistant

thecamdencenter; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Holiday pay

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Camden Center in San Francisco seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks in our mixed psychiatric and medical care setting. You will work under the Co-Medical Director, coordinating orders, collecting samples, and assisting with patient intake.

The role requires AAMA certification or CMA with AD in Applied Science, at least one year of medical office experience, and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant with AD in Applied Science; AAMA certification required.
• At least one year of medical office experience.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique and HIPAA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Schedule outside medical orders and referrals.
• Collect blood and urine samples for patient care.
• Coordinate medication supply with case management and residential teams.
• Conduct wellness intakes and checks with patient measurements.
• Assist with charting, emailing, and data collection.
• Obtain release of information from providers to obtain records.
• Maintain confidentiality and prioritize tasks under deadlines.
• Communicate professionally in person, email, or phone.
• Support with TMS training readiness and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Certified Medical Assistant

HIPAA compliance

Medical terminology

Phlebotomy

Patient communication

Data entry

Team collaboration

Electronic health records

Education

AAMA certification

AD in Applied Science

Medical assisting diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Medical records software

Job description

CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Camden Center is a partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient treatment center that offers comprehensive, multi-disciplinary treatment for psychiatric and addictive disorders. Our staff is comprised of nationally recognized medical doctors, psychotherapists, and integrative medicine specialists who have been recruited as experts in their field to work with our patients. Camden Center is a medical organization established and operated by physicians, and is founded on the principles of clinical excellence, compassionate care, and respect for our patients.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The medical coordinator is responsible for providing clinical and technical support in the provision of general medical and psychiatric care to patients. This position reports directly to the Co-Medical Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Scheduling outside medical orders and referrals
• Collecting blood and urine samples for patient’s medical care
• Coordinating medication supply and refills with case management and residential teams
• Conducting wellness intakes and checks for patients. Consists of obtaining the patient’s height, weight, etc.
• Collaborating with the Medical Logistics coordinator and practitioners on protocols and patient care
• Assisting with urine drug screening and medical lab orders
• Collecting medical and medication history for new patients
• Providing support with charting, emailing, and data collection
• Obtaining release of information from appropriate providers, individuals, and facilities to obtain medical records and other relevant information
• Using tact, discretion, and good judgment in handling sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain high-quality attention to detail
• Demonstrate high levels of professionalism when communicating in person, by email, or by phone
• Willingness to receive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) training
• Other duties as assigned by the direct or indirect supervisor

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Certified Medical Assistant with AD in Applied Science. AAMA certification required.
• Will accept applicants with a current Medical Assistant Certificate
• At least one-year medical office experience required
• Knowledge and ability to practice aseptic technique when assisting with procedures
• Ability to triage medical/psychiatric problems within scope of job responsibilities
• Ability to take direction from physicians, managers, and providers, and work collaboratively with all levels of management, staff, patients, and vendors
• Interpersonal skills to work with patients and staff of diverse educational, economic, and cultural backgrounds
• Working knowledge of medical terminology
• Thorough understanding of HIPAAs regulations, requirements, and guidelines
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting with conflicting demands
• Professional and enthusiastic attitude and demeanor, with a belief in patient-centered care
• Ability to work with emotionally vulnerable patients and digital technology (including email and technology devices)
• Skill in establishing and maintaining complex filing systems, organizing work flow to meet deadlines, and setting priorities that accurately reflect the importance of job responsibilities
• Skill in exchanging ideas and opinions with others to increase efficiency of office procedures
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Professional, Microsoft Word, and various software programs
• Ability to independently perform and complete assignments with minimal direction and supervision

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to legally work in the United States and provide documentation (2 forms of ID and/or Green Card)
• Must be able to sit and stand at length (up to 8 hours)
• Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to kneel, bend, and squat

40 hours/week. Pay range is $28.00-$40.00 per hour commensurate with experience. Benefits for full-time employees include medical, paid and sick time off, matching 401(k), holiday pay, and a flexible spending account.

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Job Type: Full-time

Keywords: medications, medical, mental health, IOP, PHP, DBT, treatment center, healthcare