Medical Assistant- Waxahachie

POSITION SUMMARY

The Medical Assistant performs routine clinical and administrative duties under the direct supervision of a CMO or Registered Nurses at Niznik Behavioral Health Resources and its affiliates.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Administrative Duties (May include, but not limited to):

• Using computer applications
• Answering telephones
• Greeting patients
• Updating and filing patient medical records
• Coding and filling out insurance forms
• Arranging for patient admissions and laboratory services
• Handling correspondence

Clinical Duties (May include, but not limited to):

• Taking medical histories
• Explaining treatment procedures to patients
• Preparing patients for examination
• Assisting the physician(s) and RN(s) during exams and assessments
• Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens
• Performing basic laboratory test
• Medical assistants are instrumental in helping patients feel at ease in the facility and often explain the physician’s instructions
• Performing aseptic procedures
• Taking vital signs
• Observing and reporting patient’s signs or symptoms
• Administering basic first aid
• Operating office medical equipment
• Maintains safety of the physical environment.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Independently solve problems and follow through.
• Organize and function independently in an office environment.
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.
• Required to maintain certifications up to date:

(CPR, PCI/Aggression, HIPAA, HIV/AIDS, Infection Control)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work as a team member and have management, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION

• Graduation from a state approved/accredited Medical Nurse program and/or college or university.

Bilingual is preferred.

• Knowledge of Joint Commission standards within the Department. Demonstrates Proficiency in Verbal and written Communication Skills.
• Complete TB testing upon being hired
• Experience in the field of chemical dependency/substance abuse/psychiatric setting or human services field preferred
• Knowledge of State and Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality Laws.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mobility and consideration to work in a standard drug and alcohol detox environment.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. In emergency cases, this position may be required to lift, support or move human body weight up to 200 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.