Medical Assistant

Pinnacle Treatment Centers; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 18 days

401k match

Training & certification

Full benefits package

STAR LRP

Tuition scholarships

Job summary

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is seeking a Medical Assistant for our outpatient addiction treatment office in Kokomo, IN. The role involves coordinating medical services and delivering a positive patient experience while performing routine administrative and clinical duties.

Qualified candidates should have CMA certification, high school diploma or GED, and Indiana licensing in good standing. Training, benefits, and opportunities for advancement are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience as a medical assistant.
• Indiana license in good standing to practice.
• Ability to administer medications.

Responsibilities

• Works on intake to ensure patients are seen promptly.
• Observe urine samples for urine drug screens; test onsite and package for lab confirmation.
• Obtain vital signs and report findings to nurses.
• Obtain blood samples for standard tests onsite and package for the laboratory.
• Communicate information to leadership regarding patients and the facility.
• Make appointments for physicians, counselors, and case managers; provide lab work and referrals.
• May handle cash collection, balancing, or accounts-related tasks.
• Maintain medical records in the EHR and required software.

Skills

Medication administration

Patient intake

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CMA certification

Post-secondary medical assisting program

CNA/RMA

Job description

~ MUST have IN Medical Assistant Certification ~

*Located in our Outpatient Addiction Treatment office in Kokomo, IN*

We offer competitive salaries, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth.

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services. We provide care across the nation touching the lives of more than 35,000 patients daily.

Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works.

Our employees believe we are creating a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through comprehensive treatment.

As a Medical Assistant, you will administer and coordinate medical services necessary while creating a positive patient experience within the facility. You will be responsible for performing routine administrative and clinical responsibilities.

• 18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
• 401k with company match
• Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
• Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (General Equivalency Diploma).
• Experience as a medical assistant.
• Must maintain continuing education credits as required by the state employed
• Ability to administer medications.
• IN (Indiana)Specific Requirements:
  • All medical staff must be licensed and in good standing to practice their respective professions in the state of Indiana
• Localized travel up to 5% may be required.

Preferred

• Graduation of a post-secondary medical assisting education program accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Current certification from the Certifying Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), or registration from the American Medical Technologists (AMT), or the National Center for Competency Training (NCCT), or any recognized certifying body approved by the Board.
• CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant), RMA (Registered Medical Assistant).
• Two (2) years’ experience or knowledge in the field of behavioral health recommended.
• Experience performing blood draws
• CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) Certification

Responsibilities

• Works as part of the intake team to ensure patients are seen promptly.
• Observe urine samples for urine drug screens, test onsite and package for laboratory confirmation testing.
• Obtain vital signs and report findings to nurses when needed.
• Obtain blood samples for standard blood testing onsite and package for the laboratory
• Communicate all relevant information to the leadership team regarding patients and the facility.
• Make appointments for patients to see physicians, counselors, and case managers, and provide lab work and referrals for additional follow-up care.
• May be responsible for cash collection and daily balancing.
• May be responsible for managing accounts receivable/accounts payable/ deposits.
• Maintain security by following procedures, monitoring logbooks, checking in visitors, etc.
• May be responsible for coordinating appointments for patients.
• May be responsible for running the PDMP for all patients as well as recording patient information at intake in the Central Registry for that State
• Maintain and keep updated all medical records and documentation pertaining to the patients in the EHR as well as in any lab required software programs
• May be responsible for dropping off lab work at a UPS drop off location if the driver does not come in to pick up that day
• May be responsible for dropping deposits off at the local bank. Assists with Purchasing and ordering of medical supplies
• Assists in education with pregnant patients about prenatal care and assists primary counselor in coordinating outside services as needed.
• Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Join our team. Join our mission.

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School/GED or better.

Preferred

Associates or better.

Experience

Required

1 year:

Experience as a medical assistant

Preferred

2 years:

experience or knowledge in the field of behavioral health

Licenses & Certifications

Required

CMA

Preferred

CNA

Basic Life Support

CPR

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