MEDICAL ASSISTANT JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Nursing Manager or Clinic Manager, the Medical Assistant is responsible for providing support to clinical and administrative operations. Above all, the Medical Assistant is responsible for providing patient-centered care in a professional environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Includes the following; other duties may be assigned)

Clinical Duties

Obtains vital signs, blood specimens, saliva samples, and urine samples

Processes point of care urine drug screens per company policy

Processes point of care pregnancy tests

Calls in prescriptions

Maintains accurate client records in company’s EHR system

Adheres to all federal, state, local, and accrediting body regulations

Administrative Duties

Checks in arriving clients for medical and clinical appointments

Enters clients into the dosing queue

Schedules intakes, medical appointments, and clinical appointments

Answers incoming phone calls

Verifies client insurance eligibility

Scans and links documents to client profiles in the EHR

Monitors clinic lobby

COMPETENCIES

Basic to intermediate computer knowledge

Knowledge of the signs of intoxication and opioid withdrawal symptoms

Problem solving, conflict resolution, and strong customer service skills

Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail

Culturally competent and sensitive to client and employee needs

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively

Adheres to and enforces company policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant in state(s) of employment

Ability to travel to assigned CMS sites

Experience in the field of substance use disorders preferred, but not required

Shift Available: 10:00 AM- 6:00 PM

Location: 2301 W Northern Ave Phoenix AZ 85021