Withdrawal Care Specialist

tsainternal; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 53,726,000 - 61,992,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Job summary

The Salvation Army Indiana Division is seeking a Withdrawal Medical Assistant to provide essential medical monitoring, admissions support, and compassionate care in a detox unit setting. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and leadership to maintain a safe, respectful environment for every client.

Responsibilities include intake assessments, vital sign monitoring, medication administration under physician orders, and coordination of referrals to community resources.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; associate degree preferred.
• Registered/Certified Medical Assistant certification required (RMA, CMA, or CCMA).
• Background check required; results reviewed.
• Experience in social services or crisis settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments collecting medical, social, emotional, and demographic data to assess appropriate admissions.
• Record patient health data, illnesses, incidents, and medications in client records.
• Coordinate physical examinations with physicians and nursing staff.
• Monitor medical status as directed by the primary physician.
• Record vital signs and consult on abnormal findings.
• Observe withdrawal signs and report to supervisor/physician.

Skills

English communication

Computer skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Sobriety & stability

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree preferred

Medical Assistant certification (RMA/CMA/CCMA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Salvation Army Indiana Division is seeking a Withdrawal Medical Assistant to provide essential medical monitoring, admissions support, and compassionate care in a detox unit setting. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and leadership to maintain a safe, respectful environment for every client.

Responsibilities include intake assessments, vital sign monitoring, medication administration under physician orders, and coordination of referrals to community resources.