Medical Assistant

Competitive Pay & Generous benefit package and paid time off! Under close supervision, works as part of a multidisciplinary team with a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center (CCBHC) model. RMA is responsible for helping consumers by performing in all clinic areas including, but not limited to, vitals, urine drug screens, tele-psychiatry, nurse line, refills, and administration of medications. Will participate in Suboxone inductions and Spravato. Demonstrates knowledge of co-occurring disorders and appropriate interventions.

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

VITALS:

Daily schedule review to identify in-clinic providers. Monitor chat rooms for walk-in clients needing vitals. Perform and document vitals, with abnormal results communicated to providers.

URINE DRUG SCREENS

(UDS): Daily schedule review for UDS appointments. Monitor chat rooms for clients needing UDS. Document UDS results as per protocol.

TELE-PSYCHIATRY

Conduct and document vitals. Log clients into tele-psychiatry sessions and assist with documentation. Sanitize office areas between clients.

LAB DRAWS

Verify and process lab orders. Perform lab draws using aseptic technique. Document lab draws in client charts.

LONG-ACTING INJECTION

(LAI): Conduct vitals and verify injection details. Administer injections and communicate with providers. Schedule subsequent injections and document actions.

SUBOXONE/SPRAVATO ADMINISTRATION

Administer Clinic Opiate Withdrawal Scale (COWS) for suboxone induction. Conduct and document vitals. Monitor medication effects and communicate with providers.

NURSE LINE

Assess live calls/messages for medication needs. Respond to messages by 3:00 pm the same day; calls after 3:00 pm will be returned by noon the next day. Document all interactions in client charts.

MEDICATION REFILLS

Review prescription program for refill requests. Process refills per protocol and notify clients. Document all refill requests.

PRIOR AUTHORIZATION FOR MEDICATION

(PA): Review and complete prior authorization forms. Notify clients of approval/denial and document actions.

ADDITIONAL CLINIC DUTIES

Complete daily charting and maintain team communication. Store mobile devices during work hours. Ensure cleanliness, stock supplies, and assist with medication education. Attend training events and assist with post-meal cleanup. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION

Must be a high school graduate or have HS equivalent

EXPERIENCE

No experience required. Previous experience working with clients with mental illness and or substance abuse is preferred. Requires knowledge of professional nursing practice care techniques and medical procedures, medical supplies, sanitation, and personal hygiene, and of nutrition. Skills in planning, organizing, and applying nursing care techniques working with clients with mental illness and co-occurring disorders.

PERFORMANCE COMPETENCIES

Adherence to Standards and Protocols Clinical Competence and Best Practices Client-Centered Care and Communication Attention to Detail and Efficiency Essential Behaviors

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Ability to administer Clinic Opiate Withdrawal Scale (COWS) is required. Ability to work with the public. Ability to maintain an effective working relationship with agency employees. Ability to maintain a professional manner at all times and ability to maintain confidentiality. Must possess a driver's license and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office. Ability to document activities, write reports, business correspondence and procedure manual. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from colleagues, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to effectively communicate and interact with colleagues, clients, client's families, public and third-party payer personnel.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

Must possess a valid Driver License and satisfactory driving record and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office. Proof of automobile insurance required.

OTHER INFORMATION SAFETY SENSITIVE JOB CLASSIFICATION

This job is classified as a "safety-sensitive" position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Due to the "safety-sensitive" classification, an employee in this position would be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana per the Family & Children's Services Drug Free Workplace Policy, including possible revocation of a job offer or dismissal from employment. Education Required High School or better Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.