What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at New Narrative?
Job description
At New Narrative, we envision a future where everyone seeking mental health care can live the life they choose. From clinical care and peer support programs to housing, we provide resources so people seeking mental health care can develop the tools to thrive, not just survive.
If you believe in a radical rethinking of mental health services, that everyone is the author of their own story, and that services should apply to the whole person, not just the diagnosis – we want you on our team!
Position Description
Medical Assistants collaborate with New Narrative staff, Service Coordinators and RN’s to monitor and assess a client’s psychiatric, medical and social needs. The Medical Assistant assesses and oversees medication monitoring and administration in compliance with applicable OAR’s and functions as a liaison between residents, physicians, administration, and other healthcare providers.
Summary of Duties
- Monitors client medication orders/ re-fills on a weekly basis and distributes medications in accordance to Physicians and New Narratives policies
- Completes administrative paperwork as needed throughout client check ups and inquiries and follows up on concerns of clients and/ or assigned MLP.
- Regularly meets with and educates clients one on one about medication information such as dosage amount, how to self administer to name a few. MA will also provide health education to clients about recovery skills to prevent a relapse of mental health symptoms.
- Conducts rehab activities around nutrition, including education on special dietary needs, exercise, weight management, healthy food choices, and portion sizes to further educate clients on healthy behaviors.
- Evaluates emotional crises and engages in de-escalation technique.
- Adhere to confidentiality, Professional Ethics, and Dual Relationships per policy and Administrative rule.
- Complete Medical Assistant Certification within 6 months of hire date.
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of medication and correct administration, reducing the potential for medication errors
- Experience working with psychiatric clients
- Understanding of Medicaid billing system
- Interpersonal/human relations skills
- Client assessment skills
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to apply sound clinical judgment, to plan work, establish priorities, and remain flexible
- Adhere to client confidentiality
- Ability to delegate and teach
Education/Certificates/Licenses/Registration:
Medical Assistant degree required. Completion of Medical Assistant certification within six months of hire date.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.20 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: One location
