Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center • Red Wing, MN

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About The Position

PLEASE NOTE: This role will work in both Red Wing and Wabasha, MN ABOUT US: Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center (HVMHC) is a trusted leader in providing exceptional, person-centered behavioral health services to our communities. Founded in 1965 by a dedicated group of community members and government officials from Houston, Wabasha, and Winona counties, we have since expanded our services across Winona, Houston, Wabasha, Goodhue, and Fillmore counties. At HVMHC, we recognize the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible scheduling to support our employees' needs. We are committed to professional growth and prioritize internal promotions whenever possible. For team members pursuing licensure, we provide free clinical supervision to help you achieve your goals. Additionally, we utilize Eleos , an augmented intelligence software, to assist with case note documentation—allowing our staff to focus more on client care. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where team members and clients feel valued and respected. We welcome professionals from all backgrounds and experiences who share our commitment to providing high-quality behavioral health services. TITLE: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) PROGRAM: C ommunity Based Care Coordination JO B SUMMARY : The Certified M edical A ssistant provides ancillary and supportive services within the psychiatr y department.

Requirements

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in good standing in the state of Minnesota.
• Must meet minimum qualifications as a Mental Health Practitioner as outlined in MN Statute 245i.04: Sec. 245I.04 MN Statutes
• Knowledge of, and the ability to collaborate effectively with, individuals who experience chronic and severe behavioral health challenges .
• Knowledge of behavioral health service delivery and case management principles with a treatment service continuum .
• Knowledge of Federal, State and County laws and regulations which impact upon service delivery .
• Ability to work successfully independently and as part of each client ’s multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work with diverse populations including age, gender, ethnicity, and cultural components of clients.
• Skilled in planning, problem solving and decision-making.
• Must be highly organized and creative with an ability to locate resources for clients as needed.
• Exceptional organization and communication skills (oral and written).
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Must hold a current certificate in CPR/AED/First Aid or be willing to obtain.
• Must possess a vehicle valid driver’s license and a willingness to travel as needed to client or organization locations throughout SE MN.

Responsibilities

• Provides nonskilled nursing services that promote consumer recovery within the parameters of CMA practice . This may include obtaining and documenting a client’s height, weight, blood pressure, BMI, or other symptom related communication .
• Comply with all safety and health standards, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Participate with other health care providers in the development and modification of a n Integrated Treatment Plan (ITP).
• Determine and implement appropriate interventions within the client’s ITP or when delegat ed or assigned under the supervision of a licensed provider (MD/DO, PA, APRN, RN) when acting in a clinic. S upervision may be direct (on-site) or indirect (available by phone), depending on the complexity of the task and setting.
• Consults with the client and multi-disciplinary treatment team about treatment options and preferences.
• Mon itors progress of the pers on-centered or family centered ITP for all p sychiatric department clients
• Coordinates care (routine, urgent, crisis) among primary healthcare, behavioral healthcare, dental, pharmacy, and specialty services inside and outside the agency, including, but not limited to:
• Scheduling and monitoring appointments
• Scheduling follow-up services and post-hospitalization appointments
• Lab work
• Prescription prior authorization, appeals, adherence
• Secure releases of information from past or current providers and obtains relevant information
• Facilitates and monitors internal and external treatment referrals.
• Monitors progress in achieving goals to demonstrate improvement in the care and clinical outcome of the consumers receiving p sychiatric services.
• Complete all documentation related to the position within compliance with regulatory and agency requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

Benefits

• Paid Leave Time: Begins accruing at 4.46 hours per paycheck , with 16 hours available upon hire (prorated for PT employees).
• Holidays: 8 paid holidays, plus 2 floating holidays (prorated for PT employees).
• Additional Paid Leave: Up to 10 days of jury duty leave Up to 5 days of bereavement leave 1 personal day per year
• Up to $2,000 tuition reimbursement
• Up to $1,500 for continuing education
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance offered for employees working between 30-40 hours per week.
• 20% YMCA membership discount OR $50 fitness reimbursement per year
• Retirement plan with employer match of 50% match up to 6%, for employees working between 20-40 hours per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed