Medical Assistant

Pyramid Healthcare; Dallas (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare in Dallas, PA, seeks a Medical Assistant to support detox and residential services at our inpatient center serving adults. You will assist with medical records, admissions, vital signs, and coordination with clinical staff.

We offer a stable full-time role with weekday and overnight shifts, competitive pay, and benefits. Join a dedicated team focused on evidence-based behavioral healthcare and compassionate patient support.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant degree/certification or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in drug and alcohol/mental health settings preferred.
• Knowledgeable of HIPAA regulations and applicable laws/regulations, DDAP, CARF.

Responsibilities

• Answer phone calls and complete documentation and filing to support medical staff.
• Complete and maintain medical records.
• Assist with admissions, consent processes for clients, and support during medical appointments.
• Obtain and document vital signs and urine screens for review by the medical team.
• Complete lab requisitions at admission and monitor outcomes for team review.
• Create and distribute client packets.
• Maintain a safe physical environment for all clients.
• Build and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients; document changes in client status.
• Support the prior authorization and medication ordering process as required.
• Schedule follow-up medical appointments and make external referrals as directed by the medical team.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

HIPAA compliance

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Summary

Our Dallas inpatient rehab center offers detox and residential programming for adult men and women in or near Luzerne County. For clients with serious substance use disorders, detox is often an essential first step towards recovery. Our program ensures clients can safely withdraw from alcohol and other substances in a comfortable, non-hospital setting. Medical Assistants provide critical support by delivering medical care, answering phone calls, and completing necessary documentation and filing to assist the medical staff at the facility.

Shift

Sunday - Thursday 7:00am - 3:00pm - and working every other holiday.

OR

7:00pm - 7:00am - 3 days/week with rotating weekends

Pay

$16/hr

Why work with us?

We offer career advancement opportunities, including roles such as Behavioral Health Technician Supervisor, Transportation Supervisors, Case Coordinators, Administrative Assistants, Certified Peer Recovery Specialists, Counselor Assistants, LPN, and more, contingent on additional education and experience. Positions are available at different locations and in different states.

Responsibilities

• Answer phone calls and complete documentation and filing to support medical staff.
• Complete and maintain medical records.
• Assist with admissions, consent processes for clients, and support during medical appointments.
• Obtain and document vital signs and urine screens for review by the medical team.
• Complete lab requisitions at admission and monitor outcomes for team review.
• Create and distribute client packets.
• Maintain a safe physical environment for all clients.
• Build and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients; communicate and document changes in client status.
• Support the prior authorization and medication ordering process as required.
• Schedule follow-up medical appointments and make external referrals as directed by the medical team.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant degree/certification or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in drug and alcohol/mental health settings preferred.
• Knowledgeable of HIPAA regulations and applicable laws/regulations, DDAP, CARF. General office skills and strong organizational ability.

Pyramid CORE Values

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

Total Rewards For Full-Time Positions

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!

Want to know more?

To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers.

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.