Medical Assistant - Reverse Integrated Care Clinic

Davis Behavioral Health; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Davis Behavioral Health is seeking a part-time Certified Medical Assistant at its reverse integrated care clinic. The role involves supporting healthcare professionals in delivering quality care to adults facing complex mental health and addiction challenges, alongside handling clinical tasks and patient coordination.

Qualifications

• Experienced in a clinical setting with SPMI and addiction populations is preferred.
• Proficiency in vital signs, administering medications, and performing lab tests.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist FNP or PA with patient assessments and document symptoms.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Manage and maintain patient records with accuracy.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Education

Active certification as a Medical Assistant

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems

Job description

Davis Behavioral Health is seeking part-time Certified Medical Assistant to work on the medical team in its reverse integrated care clinic.

Description

The reverse integrated care clinic Medical Assistant will be responsible for supporting the FNP or PA in delivering high-quality physical health care to adults with SPMI and addiction issues within our Reverse Integrated Care Clinic. This role involves assisting with clinical tasks, maintaining patient records, and ensuring a smooth and efficient workflow. The ideal candidate will have experience in a clinical setting, excellent organizational skills, and a genuine interest in working with these patient populations.

Essential Job Functions

The Medical Assistant will be responsible to perform the following duties.

• Assist the FNP or PA with patient assessments, including taking vital signs, medical histories, and documenting symptoms.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, ensuring their comfort and understanding of the process.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the FNP or PA.
• Perform basic laboratory tests and collect specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Manage and maintain patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Schedule patient appointments and coordinate follow-up care.
• Educate patients on health management, medication instructions, and lifestyle modifications.
• Assist with coordination of care between physical health and behavioral health providers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked clinical environment.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of clinic protocols and procedures.
• Perform administrative tasks, such as answering phones, processing insurance forms, and managing patient flow.

Classification

This position is classified as part-time, non-exempt and the successful candidate will work 20 hours per week.

Compensation

The starting wages, based on established minimum qualifications, are outlined below:

• Certified Medical Assistant: $20.00 per hour

• Non-certified Medical Assistant/Medical Secretary: $17.50 per hour

Schedule

The successful candidate will work the following schedule:

• Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 12:00 pm

Location

This position will be housed at the DBH Clinic located at 2250 North Robins Dr., Layton, Utah 84041.

Qualifications

Education/Certification

Active certification as a Medical Assistant in good standing. Candidates who are pursuing medical assistant certification and have experience directly related to the functions of this position may also be considered.

Experience

• Experience in a clinical setting, preferably with SPMI and addiction populations.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems.

Skills/Abilities

• Strong clinical skills, including taking vital signs, administering medications, and performing basic lab tests.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to educate patients on health management and treatment plans.
• Familiarity with the unique needs of SPMI and addiction populations is preferred.

Preference may be given for applicants who are fluent in Spanish, but this is not a requirement for employment in this opening.

Benefits

Part-time positions at DBH are not eligible to participate in the agency's benefits program.

All employees at DBH are eligible to utilize the agency's robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Intermountain LiVe Well and participate in perks that are available to all employees.

Davis Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer.

DBH Criminal Background Check & Drug Screening Disclaimer

Davis Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace and requires all employees to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening. DBH will not hire individuals currently using illegal drugs or abusing alcohol; therefore, making employment at DBH conditional upon successfully passing pre-employment drug screening by providing a valid sample. Candidates who are offered employment are required to report for a drug screen at an Intermountain WorkMed location within 24 hours of being requested to do so by the DBH Human Resources Department.

Davis Behavioral Health works with Federal grants and must comply with the Federal drug laws, including no use of medical marijuana.

Further, all employees at DBH must successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check as part of DBH's licensing agreement with the State of Utah. Failure to pass either screening will result in the termination of any job offer submitted and/or employment for any individual who has started employment while the criminal background screening is in process. Pending and/or open charges will likely impact a candidate's ability to pass the pre-employment criminal background screening.