Medical Assistant – Behavioral Health (2nd Shift)

Pyramid Healthcare; Moscow (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Referral bonus opportunities

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare seeks a Medical Assistant to join our team on the 2nd shift and support medical services, MAT, and client monitoring within our behavioral health settings.

The ideal candidate is dependable, compassionate, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in addiction treatment environments; CPR/First Aid preferred, CMA/CNA/CPhT certification in lieu of GED accepted, and prior MA experience valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or active CMA/CNA/CPhT in lieu of GED or Diploma
• Experience working in a drug and alcohol, behavioral health, healthcare, or residential treatment setting preferred
• Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Support medical and MAT services through client monitoring and medical support activities
• Obtain and document vital signs, capillary blood sugars, urine specimens, and other medical information as directed
• Report significant changes in client condition, medical concerns, or treatment needs to appropriate clinical or nursing staff
• Conduct toxicology screening activities, including specimen collection, documentation, processing, and communication of results to the treatment team
• Observe and document medication dispensing activities as assigned and in accordance with organizational procedures
• Assist with admissions documentation, records collection, and coordination of required medical information
• Maintain unit inventory and assist with ordering, receiving, stocking, and monitoring medical supplies
• Assist with client education, medical questions, appointment follow-up, and treatment engagement activities
• Collect and document client payments in accordance with organizational procedures
• Collaborate with treatment team members to support client care, communication, and continuity of services
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with all company and client information
• Complete all required training as designated by Pyramid Healthcare and applicable accreditation/licensing entities
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active CMA/CNA/CPhT

Job description

Pyramid Healthcare seeks a Medical Assistant to join our team on the 2nd shift and support medical services, MAT, and client monitoring within our behavioral health settings.

The ideal candidate is dependable, compassionate, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in addiction treatment environments; CPR/First Aid preferred, CMA/CNA/CPhT certification in lieu of GED accepted, and prior MA experience valued.