Behavioral Health Medical Assistant – Join the GPHA Care Team

Greater Philadelphia Health Action • Philadelphia, PA

28d • Onsite

About The Position

Greater Philadelphia Health Action (GPHA) is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) committed to providing compassionate and affordable medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare services, regardless of an individual's ability to pay. We are currently seeking full-time Medical Assistants for our Behavioral Healthcare Division. These positions are available Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, across multiple locations in Philadelphia and Springfield, PA.

Requirements

• Medical Assistant certification (CMA or RMA)
• High School Diploma (or GED)
• CPR certification
• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrating the ability to engage individuals sympathetically and proficiently.
• Proven capability to collaborate effectively and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and team members.

Nice To Haves

• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) experience
• NetSmart experience
• Proficiency in a second language

Responsibilities

• Preparing patients for office visits and assisting psychiatrists with baseline UDS data for psychiatric evaluations.
• Triaging patients, including taking vital signs, blood pressure, weight, and height.
• Preparing specimens for laboratory pick-up.
• Safely administering and documenting injections.
• Maintaining required logs.
• Performing specific procedures and diagnostic testing ordered by the provider.
• Performing EKG, breathalyzer, and point-of-care testing.
• Processing all clinical forms as necessary.
• Performing Lab Quality Control procedures accurately.
• Maintaining a safe and orderly lab station and clinical environment.
• Operating the paging/telephone system as assigned.
• Greeting patients, visitors, guests, and sales representatives professionally and cordially, and providing direction/information.
• Attending all mandatory staff development/training sessions and staff meetings.
• Entering and updating patient's demographic information accurately and timely.
• Performing other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Health and Financial Benefits including Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) with lucrative company contribution and match
• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Sick, Personal, Education, and Holidays
• Professional Growth and Rewards including Generous bonuses, employee referral bonus, leadership and advancement opportunities, continuing education

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees