CMA Technician: Crisis Care & Medication Support

Homeward Bound; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 2,755,200 - 3,857,280; Full time

Job summary

Homeward Bound Inc. seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support clients in a crisis residential unit. Responsibilities include medication management, documentation, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team in a mental health setting.

The role involves direct patient care and adherence to regulatory guidelines. The ideal candidate holds a CMA certification, shows compassion, and is committed to helping clients succeed.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant certification required.
• Passion for helping others.
• Patient and compassionate approach.
• Desire to see clients succeed.
• Experience with mental health or trauma-informed care preferred.
• Strong communication skills with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Understand common medications prescribed and their symptoms and side effects.
• Create medication administration records from providers' orders for each client.
• Administer medications and support self-administration; document accordingly.
• Count and record medications accurately.
• Adhere to guidelines for storage and disposal of medications.
• Serve as liaison between clients and medical team (nursing manager and prescriber).
• Document in the electronic health record.
• Facilitate and document groups on topics like activities of daily living and medication management.
• Prepare for and complete intakes including consent forms and inventory of property.
• Complete 15-minute observation logs for each client.
• Accompany clients to meals and breaks within the facility.
• Assist in discharge process and re-inventory belongings.
• Audit client charts and medication records as requested.
• Interact with trauma-experienced individuals and assist in de-escalation.
• Collaborate effectively with team members as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Certified Medical Assistant

Compassionate care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient communication

Mental health experience

Job description

Homeward Bound Inc. seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support clients in a crisis residential unit. Responsibilities include medication management, documentation, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team in a mental health setting.

The role involves direct patient care and adherence to regulatory guidelines. The ideal candidate holds a CMA certification, shows compassion, and is committed to helping clients succeed.