Certified Medical Assistant (Substance Use Services)

Coastal Horizons; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Educational loan repayment programs

401K retirement savings plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

A community health organization in Wilmington, NC, is seeking a dedicated Certified Medical Assistant to join their team. The role involves supporting patient flow, coordinating drug testing, and monitoring patient medications. The ideal candidate will have a Medical Assistant Certification and strong communication skills, with experience in substance use services being a plus. This position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school with Medical Assistant Certification.
• Experience with substance abuse and/or mental health patients is a plus.
• Must be able to perform various physical tasks including lifting and standing.
• Ability to coordinate care and maintain schedules.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient flow and monitor activity in facility.
• Coordinate urine and saliva drug testing and maintain schedules.
• Monitor patient medications and assist clients with pharmaceutical programs.
• Monitor medications, including take-home methadone and other meds.
• Assist clients in accessing pharmaceutical patient assistance programs.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Organizational skills

Basic computer skills

Client interaction

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Overview

At Coastal Horizons, our mission is to provide a continuum of professional services to promote healthier lives, stronger families, and safer communities. We are currently seeking a motivated and passionate Certified Medical Assistant to join our dynamic team. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a difference, we invite you to explore the exciting positions available with us.

JOB TITLE: Certified Medical Assistant (Substance Use Services)

LOCATION: Wilmington, NC-New Hanover County

SCHEDULE: 8:30AM-5PM

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient flow and monitors activity in and around the agency facility.
• Coordinates and assists with urine and saliva drug testing; collects specimens for laboratory shipment, conducts in-house drug testing as needed, maintains and monitors a monthly schedule for drug screen collection of patients receiving medication assisted treatment (MAT).
• Coordinates medical care, referrals and patient appointments for patients on OBOT/OTP.
• Monitors patient medications, including any prescription or over the counter medications and methadone take-home medications.
• Assists clients in accessing pharmaceutical patient assistance programs, when applicable.
• It is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions and exposed to hazards such as fumes, odors, dust, mist, gases or poor ventilation and may require the employee to work in close quarters.
• May be exposed to human body fluids and is subject to the OSHA requirements on blood borne pathogens.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school, with at least a Medical Assistant Certification. Special consideration is given to those with experience working with substance abuse and/or mental health patients.
• Ability to appropriately and assertively interact with and monitor client behavior.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills; ability to develop, maintain professional boundaries and to interact effectively with clients and staff.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to develop, organize, and maintain schedules.
• Knowledge and comfort in working with client populations.
• Able to work with basic computer skills.
• Ability to network and coordinate efforts between treatment, medical, and other support systems for the clients.
• Must be able to physically perform the basic operational functions of climbing, stooping, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, standing, walking, fingering, grasping, talking, and hearing.
• Must be able to perform sedentary work exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently lifting objects.
• Must possess the visual acuity to perform extensive reading and determine the accuracy of work assigned.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Educational loan repayment programs & Career growth
• Retirement savings plan/401K
• Paid time off programs, rollover hours, 14 paid holidays
• Employee engagement activities, resource groups, and diversity events

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter through our Careers Page. If you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail].

EEO Statement

Coastal Horizons is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.