Medical Assistant

Position: Medical Assistant

Location: Abraxas South Mountain LDP

This position assists the Medical, Admissions, and Clinical departments with client information
reporting, maintains all client-related medical information, coordinates functions of the Medical
department, and processes medical assistance data.

Salary: $18.00 Hourly

Job Type: Full-time

Shift: 8am-4pm, Monday-Friday

Who We Are:

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.

Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.

Benefits & Perks: We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you – both at home and at work.

• Medical & Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Life Assistance Program (LAP)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid Holidays * Paid Training
• Advancement Opportunities

As a Youth Development Specialist, you will supervise and interact with clients in a manner that ensures the client's safety and security.

Job Duties:

• Administers prescriptions or "over the counter" medications, first aid, and triages to clients as

needed on the shift, under the supervision and in collaboration with appropriate medical staff.

• Completes the medical intake process including measuring vital signs and initial health

assessments.

• Initiates, maintains, and files medical information in client medical files.
• Orders and maintains stock and prescription medications and medical supplies throughout the

program.

• Escorts clients to "off site" medical appointments and assists with medical providers when

necessary.

• Performs daily assessments of program medical issues and consults or coordinates with

approp1iate medical staff members as required to ensure medical department operations are
completed.

• Composes routine letters, correspondence, memos, reports, and other confidential information to

placing agencies, contracted medical providers and guardians.

• Maintains medical statistical data and completes monthly reports as assigned
• Completes the medical billing process and provides accurate medical insurance information to

contracted medical providers.

• Archives medical records and processes all requests for medical infom1ation.
• Initiates and processes medical referrals and transportation requests.
• Assists with staff and client education and training.
• Performs and completes all duties of a Medical Technician as required.
• Supports the Abraxas philosophy and mission and promotes the Seven Key Principles of care.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of Safe Crisis Management techniques and skills.

Hiring Requirements:

The following education requirements are acceptable for this classification including:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least three years of related experience.
• Certified Medical Assistant (highly preferred)
• Medical Office experience (highly preferred)
  • Other Qualifications:
• At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Criminal clearances (Act 33 and 34, specific State & child clearances and, if necessary,
  FBI).
• Non-communicable diseases physical exam.
• Valid driver's license from employee's state of residence.
• Valid registered vehicle insurance.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

• At Abraxas, we celebrate the richness of our diverse employees and the communities we serve. We are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as we strive to ensure we are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.
• As we work to make a difference in people's lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those we serve and our employees.
• As a provider of trauma-informed care, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
• Whether you're looking to begin a rewarding career or you're a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, we have a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.
• At Abraxas, everything we do centers around people. That is why we are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefit options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional and financial wellness. Our benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.
• If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, come join us!

Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, we have a career path for you.

We are Hiring and We Want You on Our Team!

Thank you for your interest in a rewarding career at Abraxas Youth & Family Services. We hope you consider applying for employment with us!

If you have any questions, you can contact us by email at recruiting@jobsatabraxas.org