Certified Medical Assistant - Residential

CODA INC•Portland, OR

1d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Medication Management Certified Medical Assistant works under the direct supervision of the licensed medical professional (LMP) to coordinate medication management, provide support to clinical/medical staff, and coordinate care within the program. Schedule: Monday - Friday: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Requirements

Minimum two years of experience in an ambulatory care outpatient, primary care, or urgent care environment.
Certified Medical Assistant from an accredited CMA program.
Crisis prevention training completion within 90 days of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to acquire within 30 days of hire.
A negative result on all pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, and post accident drug screens.
An acceptable criminal record as determined by DHS, the Oregon Administrative Rules, and the Oregon Revised Statutes.
An acceptable driving record and the recommended amount of personal automobile insurance as determined by CODA’s automobile insurance provider if required to drive.

Nice To Haves

May need a current Oregon or Washington driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Update and maintain electronic medication administration records and medication supplies
Coordinate medication refills with primary care, specialists, and pharmacies.
Track receipt of medications and resolve discrepancies.
Using electronic medication administration record, generate requested reports, including but not limited to medication incident reports and tracking critical medication compliance incidents
Destroy discontinued medications.
Perform medication counts as requested
Perform patient care activities as delegated by the LMP, including patient care instructions, individual medication orders, and other established patient care orders.
Recognize and initiate appropriate response to crisis or emergency situations.
Work collaboratively with clinical and medical teams to ensure that safety and industry standards are maintained program wide.
Maintain equipment by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
Actively participate as part of the multi-disciplinary treatment team within scope of practice in support of patient’s treatment plan.
Consistent attendance and punctuality are required of this position.
Achieve outcomes using methods that align with CODA’s mission and values: Communicate accurately and positively about recovery and the use of evidence-based treatments. Use data and science to identify barriers, overcome obstacles, and inform decisions. Be financially responsible; avoid waste, document accurately, seek new opportunities to serve. Demonstrate compassion and respect for others.