Medical Assistant Technician I (Orangeburg)

Medical Assistant Technician I (Orangeburg)

Salary

$30,800.00 - $46,200.00 Annually

Location

Orangeburg County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

189852

Agency

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Division

Orangeburg Area Mental Health Center

Opening Date

06/24/2026

Closing Date

7/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

EC10

Position Number:

60024991

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

CLN02

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education using verifiable dates.

Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

• Description
• Benefits
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Job Responsibilities

Are you passionate about making a real difference in peoples lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Medical Technician I who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate lifes challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, OAMHC, 2319 St Matthews Rd NE, Orangeburg, SC 29115.

As the Medical Technician I, working under the supervision of the nursing manager, you will provide assistance with medication services (medications, Clozaril) to include working with medical staff, pharmacy staff and insurance providers. Providers assistance with process prior authorizations and Patient Assistance Programs (PAP) for medications. Will provide services for all CECMHC sites as needed.

Responsibilities for the Medical Technician:

• Support the provision of evidenced based services (Safe, effective and measurable) to help consumers move forward in recovery to include: Providing medication services to consumers in a timely and efficient manner, logging in and storing medications, handling PAP medications for OAMHC sites and ensuring policy/procedures are adhered to, obtain paperwork, making telephone calls and processing any necessary forms to pursue prior authorization for medications. Includes Cover My Meds program and Wellvista program.
• Demonstrate fiscal responsibility to include compliance with corporate compliance plan in accordance with center, OMH, and State Corporate Compliance policies, procedures and regulations.
• Provide quality customer services and networks with stakeholders to increase knowledge of prevention, treatment and recovery services.
• .Pursue new and better ways of serving our customers and stakeholders

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A high school diploma and experience or training within the specific work area.

• Two (2) years of clerical experience. or an associate degree in secretarial science or other related field; or three (3) years of clerical experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to lift five (5) pounds.
• Must have own transportation

Preferred Qualifications

• A high school diploma and two (2) years of clerical experience or an associate degree in secretarial science or other related field; or three (3) years of clerical experience.

Additional Comments

Post hire, employee must:

• Understand traveling is required.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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Have you ever been employed by the SC Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities - Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)?

• Yes
• No

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If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application. PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.

• Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.

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Do you have at least a high school diploma and experience or training within the specific work area and two (2) years of clerical experience. or an associate degree in secretarial science or other related field; or three (3) years of clerical experience?

• Yes
• No

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Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Address 400 Otarre Parkway

Cayce, South Carolina, 29033

Phone OIDD - (803)898-9600

OMH - (803) 898-8600

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.