What are the responsibilities and job description for the LEAD FOR MEDICAL ASSISTANT(S), LPN position at CODAC HEALTH RECOVERY & WELLNESS INC?
Job Details
Job Location
Speedway Bldg 1 - Tucson, AZ
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School
Travel Percentage
Up to 25%
Job Category
Nurse
Job Posting Date(s)
Start Date
12 / 16 / 2024
Description
Summary
The Lead for Medical Assistants assists the Director of Nursing with carrying out the tasks within the scope of a Licensed Practical Nurse, which includes both the Medical Assistant tasks and logistical tasks as assigned. The Lead Lead for Medical Assistants assists with and performs all aspects of Medical Assistant duties and responsibilities, which includes medical and office support to Providers, Nurses and direct service personnel within the CODAC clinical setting
Essential Duties and Responsibilities under the supervision and / or direction of Director of Nursing and / or CPHO :
This role involves both assisting and training all team members and personally performing tasks to ensure the delivery of integrated care services to members, including but not limited to :
Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing implements consistent and streamlined member care processes and reduces wait times
Assist with the training of new and existing employees
Provide back up support to the medical assistant team, which includes all functions of a medical assistant
Perform other administrative tasks and clinical care as assigned by the Director of Nursing
As part of an interdisciplinary team, participates in evaluation and assessment of members
Coordinates medical care with primary physician and other health care providers
Observes members' behavior patterns and medical symptoms related to treatment. Reports assessment to prescribing clinician or clinical staff for follow up
Performs nursing screening and assessments for members and reports findings with prescriber
the variety of customer service functions performed by Medical Assistants, including but not limited to answering medical assistant telephone line and medical assistant desk duty
delivery of integrated care services to members, in collaboration with clinical and other staff to address members' needs
implementation and revision of integrated service plans; assures that services provided are specified in the integrated service plan and monitors progress toward treatment goals, crisis plans and coordinating of adult recovery teams
supports members to follow through on prescribed medical interventions and diagnostic testing
are being Informed and educated regarding the meaning and implications of test results and prescribed interventions, as per clinic protocol
assesses and addresses barriers to health
the initiation, researched, completes and faxes of communication documents as directed by BHMP or RN (i.e. Prior Authorizations, PCP Coordination and Disability Forms, etc.)
Administers or facilitates administration of injections as order by Provider using Nextgen workflow for documentation and billing
Updates member medication list in Nextgen
Primary Care Provider (PCP) member rooming and discharge using PCP / MA workflow as stated in PCP / MA Nextgen Manual. Including supporting PCP provider in confirming, rescheduling or canceling appointment, obtain medical records, results and completing orders, Behavioral Health Medical Provider (BHMP) member rooming for onsite or virtual onsite visit using NextGen workflow to document and bill as appropriate. Including supporting BHMP in confirming, rescheduling, or cancelling appointment, obtain medical records, results, and complete orders
Performs various office duties, such as shredding document, filing and sorting mail, lab reports, faxes from pharmacies and completing task in boxes daily
Assessing and prioritizing members based on the severity of their conditions
Assist with recruitment, training, development and coaching of staff
Assist with training employees to improve service delivery expectations (SDE) and meet competency checklist requirements
Maintains 100% Compliance with organizational training requirements
Attends workshops related to position (Professional Training and Development policy)
Performs other related activities in accordance with agency growth and changes
Qualifications
Education :
High school diploma / GED required. Board Certified licensed practicing nurse
Experience :
Three (3) years' direct care experience with at least 2 year experience working in a clinical setting, skills in office duties, customer service, insurance and billing, and patient care.
Certifications :
Must obtain / maintain Basic Life Support (BLS)
Licensure :
Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Additional Requirements :
Valid Arizona Driver's license, proof of current insurance and willingness to use personal vehicle.
Clean Motor Vehicle Record (no more than 2 moving violations or a license suspension in past 3 years).
Familiar with and adheres to medical assistant scope of practice.
Skills :
Bilingual a plus.
Must have a commitment to excellence and high standards.
Extensive knowledge of community resources.
Extensive knowledge of behavioral health challenges which include knowledge of the impacts of mental illness, domestic violence, and the dynamics of addictive behavior.
Familiarity with various ethnic and cultural groups.
Intermediate to advanced computer skills using MS Office products, Word, Excel, Access, etc., importing / exporting data to / from applications.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
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