Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: 16.75

Summary

We are actively seeking a Medical Assistant to work in our residential program. This position will provide primary care for adolescents ranging from 12 – 17 years old who struggle with mental health issues, eating disorders and/or substance abuse. The Medical Assistant role makes a difference in the patient care we offer and supports the group therapists, psychiatrists, and academic coordinators by providing a unique blend of skills and knowledge to carry out prescribed medical treatment and maintaining positive patient engagement.

Responsibilities

• At intake and on a pre-determined routine basis, collect and document vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiratory rate, height, weight, conduct drug screen tests, and body check.
• Provides 1:1 supervision of at-risk clients (substance abuse risk, suicidal ideation, etc.).
• Support coordination of milieu treatment with Primary Therapists and Psychiatrists via client record, staff communication, and counseling/staff meetings.
• Observe and monitor clients’ behavior and intervene based on schedule, individual client’s treatment plan, and facility needs.
• Upon direction from the Psychiatrist and in accordance to the medication management policy, ensure medication(s) is/(are) distributed accurately and timely.
  • Supervise self-administration of client medications.
  • Update and maintain medication management system logs daily, as needed.
  • Ensure all medications are ordered in a timely manner.
• Write in staff shift log, to include check-in, check-out, and summary of the shift events.
  • Report and discuss patient progress, problems, and observations with supervisor.
• Submit detailed notes for each client including fitness activities, food diaries, and 12-step meeting, daily.
• Obtain and document client weight, weekly.
• Work with supervisor to ensure facility is in adherence to all company policies and procedures.
• Oversee all medical appointments with outside providers.
• Follow emergency procedures as prescribed.
• Attend weekly training meetings.
• Other duties assigned by supervisor.

Key Competencies for Success

• Dedicated to exceptional client service.
• Reliable, professional demeanor combined with a compassionate approach.
• Demonstrated ability to enforce boundaries, rules, and policies with clients.
• Remain calm and diligent in highly stressful and/or volatile situations.
• Highly competent in medication administration and documentation.
• Skilled in taking accurate vital signs.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle medical records discreetly.
• Follow and practice HIPAA regulations at all times.

Requirements & Preferences

• Pass a fingerprinting background clearance, required.
• Medical Assistant Certification, preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of related experience, preferred
• Experience working with adolescents aged 12-17 years old, preferred.
• Crisis management skills, preferred.
• Knowledge of psychopathology and dual diagnosis, preferred.

Education and Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent, required.
• Medical Assistant certification must be from an accredited educational institution.
• CPR and First Aid, required.

Physical Requirements

• Intermittent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, reaching, kneeling, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting and/or moving up to 30 pounds.
• Manual dexterity.

Benefits package:

• Growth Centers of America understands that an attractive benefits package is important for recruiting above-average candidates. We offer multiple healthcare plans, which includes medical, vision, dental, disability options, holiday pay, vacation, and sick time.

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