Behavioral Health Medical Assistant – Join the GPHA Care Team
About The Position
Greater Philadelphia Health Action (GPHA), a Federally Qualified Health Center providing medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare, is seeking full-time Medical Assistants for its Behavioral Healthcare Division. Positions are available at multiple locations in Philadelphia and Springfield, Pennsylvania, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The Medical Assistant prepares and triages patients, assists with clinical procedures and diagnostic testing, maintains clinical records and logs, and supports patients, visitors, and the care team. The role also includes administrative and front-desk duties, participation in required training and meetings, and other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
- Medical Assistant certification (CMA or RMA).
- High school diploma or GED at minimum.
- CPR certification.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage individuals sympathetically and proficiently.
- Ability to collaborate effectively and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and team members.
Nice To Haves
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience is preferred.
- NetSmart experience is a plus.
- Proficiency in a second language is a plus; foreign language skills are not required.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for office visits and assist the psychiatrist with baseline UDS data for psychiatric evaluations.
- Triage patients, including taking vital signs, blood pressure, weight, and height.
- Prepare specimens for laboratory pickup.
- Administer and document injections safely.
- Maintain required logs.
- Perform provider-ordered procedures and diagnostic testing.
- Perform EKGs, breathalyzer tests, and point-of-care testing.
- Process clinical forms as necessary.
- Perform laboratory quality-control procedures accurately.
- Maintain a safe and orderly laboratory station and clinical environment.
- Operate the paging and telephone system as assigned.
- Greet and provide information and direction to patients, visitors, guests, and sales representatives professionally and cordially.
- Attend mandatory staff development and training sessions and staff meetings.
- Enter and update patient demographic information accurately and promptly.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, life, and vision benefits.
- Long-term disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- 401(k) with company contribution and match.
- Paid vacation, sick, personal, and education time, and holidays.
- Generous bonuses.
- Employee referral bonus.
- Leadership and advancement opportunities.
- Continuing education.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
