Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

Requirements

• Medical Assistant Certification through a national credentialing body required
• Must be a High School Graduate/GED equivalent
• Successful interpersonal and communication skills with patients, families, physicians, and other health care team members
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
• Knowledge of computers, keyboard, e-mail programs and the use of web-based applications
• Basic understanding of rules, regulations and retrieval of insurance information

Responsibilities

• Administer therapeutic injections in a clinic setting, complete all relevant documentation, and demonstrate proper technique, efficiency, and customer sensitivity
• Complete vital signs, height, weight, and drug screens if indicated, including submitting billing documentation
• Completes activities necessary for the maintenance of the Clozaril Clinic and Injection Clinic, or Vivitrol program, including but not limited to, assistance in obtaining medication, vital signs, height, and weight if indicated and related clinical documentation
• Maintain linkage with local pharmacies to facilitate the safe, timely refill on client prescriptions and prior authorizations with insurance companies
• Works with Centerstone staff to ensure continuity of care for consumers
• Triage medication and care related calls from clients, families, stakeholders, etc. and coordinates necessary physician involvement
• Stocks offices with proper medical consents or forms as needed as well as empty’s shredding bins

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of one-year experience in a health care environment preferred
• Formal training as a medical assistant preferred