Certified Medical Assistant - MAT

Community Counseling Solutions

Oregon (WI)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

6% initial 401K match

Generous paid vacation

Paid holidays

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

Community Counseling Solutions is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Medication Assisted Treatment Program at Umatilla County Jail, with a weekly commitment of 40 hours. This role involves administrative and clinical duties, assisting with patient care, and maintaining patient records. The ideal candidate will have training in medical assistance and customer service skills.

Benefits include health insurance, a 401K match, vacation time, and a hiring bonus of $5,500. Candidates must pass a background check and drug screening.

Qualifications

3+ years of experience working with individuals in the healthcare system.
Ability to use medical equipment and office software.
Must pass all criminal history check requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform routine administrative and clinical tasks in a correctional setting.
Assist care providers with patient care and treatment.
Conduct morning medication administration rounds.

Skills

Knowledge of human anatomy

Medical terminology

Customer service-oriented attitude

Active listening

Time management

Critical thinking skills

Education

High School graduate or GED equivalent

Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant course

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Job Title: Medical Assistant in Medication Assisted Treatment Program (Umatilla County Jail)

Department: Addictions Umatilla County

Reports to: BHRN Program Manager, Medical Director

FLSA: Non-Exempt (1.0 FTE - 40 hours per week) Mon-Friday (5-8s) w/ an early morning med pass (starting time at 3:00am)

Paygrade: B07 ($23.13 - $33.56 per hour, depending on experience)

$5,500 Hiring Bonus

(Bonus Taxed, 2 staggered payments)

The Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Medical Assistant will perform routine administrative and clinical/medical assignments, working primarily in the Umatilla County Jail, with some work performed in home or office settings.

The MAT Medical Assistant will assist care providers with the delivery of patient care and treatment, interact with patients both in person while performing simple procedures/treatments and by phone, and perform a wide variety of administrative, clerical, and clinical duties under the direction of the Licensed Medical Personnel (LMP), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Medical Director. This position promotes a team-based approach and upholds the mission and values of Community Counseling Solutions. Additional related work may be assigned as needed.

Responsibilities

Administrative / Clerical Responsibilities

Greeting patients and visitors
Answering phones and scheduling appointments
Filling out and submitting insurance forms
Establishing and maintaining patient charts
Medical records filing, updating, and record keeping
Other administrative duties as required

Clinical Responsibilities

Performing morning medication administration rounds
Preparing and maintaining examination rooms
Preparing patients for examinations
Assisting LMP during examinations
Scheduling and reporting laboratory work
Maintaining inventories and ordering medication
Coordinating with LMP to obtain appropriate prescription medication for patients
Other clinical duties as required

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Ability: Knowledge of human anatomy, physiology, medical terminology as well as laboratory techniques, clinical procedures and pharmaceutical assistant principles. Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms. Customer service-oriented attitude and behavior. Employ active listening, time management and critical thinking skills. Ability to use medical equipment, computers, medical and office software.

Requirements

Education and Experience

High School graduate or GED equivalent.
Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant course.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).
At least 3 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience working with individuals in the healthcare system.

Licenses and Certifications

AAMA certification or AMT registration preferred within one year of hire.

Criminal Background Checks

Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 181.536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 410-007-0200 through 410-007-0380. In addition to a pre-employment background check, each employee, volunteer, and contractor shall be checked monthly against the OIG and GSA exclusion lists, as well as other federal and state agency lists. If it is discovered that an employee, volunteer, or contractor is excluded or sanctioned it will be the cause for immediate termination of employment, volunteering, or the termination of the contract.

Pre-Hire Drug Screening Required

All applicants must complete a pre-hire drug screening.

Personal Auto Insurance

Must hold a valid driver’s license as well as personal auto insurance for privately owned vehicles utilized for CCS business such as client service purposes, travel between business offices and the community, to attend required meetings and trainings. Must show proof of $300,000 or more liability coverage for bodily injury and $100,000 or more in property damage and maintain said level of coverage for the duration of employment at CCS. The employee’s insurance is primary with CCS insurance being secondary. CCS reserves the right to deny any employee the use of a vehicle owned by CCS.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Hazardous Conditions: Risk of verbal and physical threats from clients. Use of keyboard and computer monitor (repetitive hand motions and potential eye strain). Possible exposure to airborne pathogens.
Working Conditions: The noise level in the work environment is mild to moderate; 90% office-based, 10% field.
Equipment / Materials Used: Common office machines including computer, printer, calculator, telephone equipment, tele-health system, copier, scanner, and facsimile. May drive personal or Agency vehicle.

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