What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Park West Health Systems?
Job Details
Description
JOB TITLE: Behavioral Health Medical Assistant
DEPARTMENT: Behavioral Health Services
RESPONSIBLE TO: Clinical Supervisor or Behavioral Health Director
SKILLS:
• Must be able to work independently and possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must have excellent time-management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Knowledge of mental health terminology and medication administration.
• Must be able to effectively communicate and deal tactfully with other personnel, visitors, patients, providers, customers, and the general public.
• Must possess excellent customer service skills.
• Must be flexible, have personal integrity, and function effectively as a team with other employees.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to multi-task in a busy work environment with multiple providers.
Qualifications
EDUCATION: High school diploma or GED. Graduate of a formal Medical Assistant program or other related program.
LICENSE: Graduate of a formal Medical Assistant program or other related program. Certification required.
AHA CPR-BLS.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
• Required: 1 year of mental health experience.
• Front desk and office administration experience highly desired.
• AHA CPR-BLS.
