JOB TITLE: Medical Assistant

SCHEDULE: Full Time, 40hrs/week

LOCATION: On-Site/Outpatient Treatment Center -Substance Use Services

CITY, STATE/COUNTY: Shallotte, NC Brunswick County

JOB POSTING:

Provide professional assistance working with the medical and integrated care needs of those individuals who are seeking primary care services and/or care integration services at Coastal Horizons. Medical Assistant will collaborate with Care Integration partners and Outpatient Treatment Services professionals.

REQUIRED EDUCATIONAL/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate from an accredited school, with at least an Associate's Degree in Applied Science, and/or Medical Assistant Certification; special consideration given to those with experience working with substance abuse and/or mental health patients.

OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Responsible for providing medical assistance to individuals served within the care integration services – primary care clinic and outpatient treatment program.
• Requires interviewing patients and/or significant others to acquire medical history and health assessment, providing appropriate care either through intervention or referral.
• Manages medical records for patients who receive services.
• Required to provide patient assessments to determine the most appropriate action for intervention, which may range from referral to the program physician to providing treatment, within the limits of her/his certifications, via standing order.
• Dispenses prescribed medication as directed by program physician and provides educational information to patients and families.
• Assists patients in applying for and navigating patient assistance programs.
• Manages medication samples and schedules pharmaceutical representative’s presentations.
• Provide medical education and training to staff, families and patients concerning psychotropic medications and other health issues.
• Ensures standards of quality delivery of medical services and infection control.

• Assists with patient flow and monitors activity in and around the Agency facility.
• Coordinates medical care, referrals and patient appointments.
• Monitors patient medications, including any prescription or over the counter medications and methadone take-home medications.
• Is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions and exposed to hazards such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation and may require the employee to work in close quarters.
• May be exposed to human body fluids and is subject to the OSHA requirements on blood borne pathogens.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Educational loan repayment programs & Career growth
• Retirement savings plan/401K
• Paid time off programs, rollover hours, 14 paid holidays
• Employee engagement activities, resource groups, and diversity events

EEO STATEMENT

Coastal Horizons is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.