LOCATION: LaSalle- Ottawa- Princeton HOURS: Monday- Friday 8:00AM- 4:30PM Salary: Starting pay begins at $15.00/hour, with higher rates available based on education and experience. Position Overview: The Certified Medical Assistant provides basic nursing and psychiatric care to clients under the direction of the provider and/or licensed nurse. They are responsible for providing a wide range of patient care activities in an efficient and orderly manner to provide the appropriate level of care for the client. Duties: · Work directly with the psychiatric team to support facilitation of behavioral health and substance use services to the client. · Prepare rooms and sanitizing equipment. · Communicate with clients in person or via phone. · Schedule appointments and manage patient flow. · Measure and recording vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, height, and weight. · Perform point of care testing, including rapid drug screens. · Educate clients about medication and follow up care. · Maintain and update the electronic health record (EHR) and client charts. · Communicate with the client’s treatment team. · Attend and participate in all supervisions, staffing’s, meetings, and educational requirements. · Ensure compliance with agency policies and procedures as well as HIPAA requirements. · Other duties as assigned by the provider or nursing staff. Skills: · Computer knowledge and proficiency in computer skills. · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required. · Human relations skills to work effectively with others, possessing tact, discretion, and diplomacy in all interactions. · Ability to multitask and work in an office environment with excellent organizational skills. · Ability to be self-motivated, responsible, and work as part of a team. · Willingness to be flexible, adaptable, and possess the ability to work under pressure. · Familiarity and ability to understand medical terminology. · Ability to receive and deliver accurate information using the proper channels of communication. · Excellent listening, speaking, spelling, and documentation skills. · Be aware of the matters at hand, exercise good judgment, be able to function under limited supervision, and maintain the standards of conduct. · Knowledge of basic clerical and business office functions. Requirements: · Certified as Medical Office Assistant (CMA) or Medical Office Assistant (MOA) · 1-3 years of experience working in a medical setting. Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer contributions Long Term Disability and Life Insurance Paid time off and holidays Employee Assistance Program Mileage Reimbursement |