Medical Assistant (Thibodaux FQHC) Position Available In Lafourche, Louisiana

Medical Assistant (Thibodaux FQHC) 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars Thibodaux, LA 70310

Minimum Requirements:

Be over 18 years of age Possess a valid driver’s license Current CPR certification Prior experience preferred

Job Duties:

Schedule the nursing staff for behavioral health providers daily. Oversee and assure that the Prior Authorizations and refill requests are done in timely manner Review outstanding encounters and notes for behavioral health providers and remind them when needed to complete Assist with MA/nursing trainings as needed and new employees at all center locations Maintains set clinic hours and sees some clients in the community on a flexible schedule. Ability to relate to the public, regardless of racial ethnic and economic status. Conducts themselves with a manner of professionalism that is conducive to patient care in an organized and deficient manner. Provide nursing care within scope of practice that is patient centered and individualized and utilizes the nursing process of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating. Draw and obtain laboratory specimens for appropriate testing. Participates in setting treatment plan goals/objectives. Communicate effectively with clinic staff, patients, and families. Enters information into an Electronic Health Record on all client services in a timely manner. Consults with facility personnel and administrative field personnel; collects and analyzes data to identify needs for the assigned special services program within the particular service area. Ascertains resources outside of Start when necessary to meet client’s specific needs.

Core Competencies:

Provides primary and behavioral health care to clients of Start’s Health Care Center according to the scope of certification. Administer and monitor medications to clients of Start’s Health Care Center at the clinic and in the community. Communicates respectfully and effectively and establishes professional relationships through active listening and demonstration of empathy and positive regard. Promotes recovery, independence, and personal choice for participants. Assists clients in identifying strengths, needs, and realistic goals to develop a treatment plan. Accurately identifies risk and responds appropriately, and provides consultation to peers regarding high-risk situations and appropriate interventions. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of primary and behavioral health symptoms, diagnoses, interventions, and impact. Maintains professional boundaries and operates within agency / ethical guidelines. Knowledge of agency and community resources and referral processes. Maintains a clear driving record in order to be able to drive company vehicles when necessary for transportation needs of those we serve. Attends weekly and/or monthly staff meetings. May assist with clinical consultation, clinical review, or auditing of clinical records. Provides direct clinical services using approved interventions and completing necessary documentation to receive payment from insurance companies, Medicaid, Medicare, etc. Any other duties or responsibilities that the clinical staff may assign from time to time and when the need arises.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person