Certified Medical Assistant

Acadia Healthcare • Wilmington, NC

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About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant assists medical and nursing staff while supporting adult patients (18 and older) with substance abuse and/or dual diagnoses. The role helps maintain a safe, clean, healthy, stable, and orderly environment, including while patients are waiting in the medication line. The assistant also supports nursing staff with vital signs, blood sugar checks, and accurate chart documentation.

Requirements

• Current Medical Assistant certification.
• Medical Assistant training from an accredited program.
• Must be at least 18 years of age, based on company policy.
• Ability to work with adult patients (18 and older) of all genders who have substance abuse and/or dual diagnoses.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge or experience working with chemically dependent patients.
• Knowledge of the 12-Step program.
• Experience in a clinic or outpatient setting.
• Previous experience in behavioral health or addiction recovery.

Responsibilities

• Assist medical staff, nursing staff, and patients.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients.
• Maintain a clean and healthy environment in the nursing station.
• Identify crises and inform the appropriate department.
• Maintain an environment of stability and order while patients are in the medication line.
• Assist nursing staff with vital signs and blood sugar checks.
• Properly document vital signs in patient charts.

What This Job Offers

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