Medical Assistant

Pinnacle Treatment Centers • Simi Valley, CA

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About The Position

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing addiction treatment services provider caring for more than 35,000 patients daily. Its mission is to remove barriers to recovery and help individuals, families, and communities through comprehensive treatment. The Medical Assistant administers and coordinates medical services at the facility while contributing to a positive patient experience. The role includes routine administrative and clinical responsibilities and may require localized travel of up to 5%. The pay range is $18 to $21 per hour.

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Current medical assistant or emergency medical technician certificate from an accredited teaching school, or provide transcripts.
• Experience as a medical assistant.
• Maintain continuing education credits as required by the state of employment.
• Ability to administer medications.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from a post-secondary medical assisting education program accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• Current certification from the AAMA, registration from the AMT or NCCT, or certification from another recognized body approved by the Board.
• CNA or RMA qualification.
• Two years of experience or knowledge in behavioral health is recommended.
• Experience performing blood draws.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the intake team to ensure patients are seen promptly.
• Observe urine samples for urine drug screens, test samples onsite, and package them for laboratory confirmation testing.
• Obtain vital signs and report findings to nurses when needed.
• Obtain blood samples for standard blood testing onsite and package them for the laboratory.
• Communicate relevant information about patients and the facility to the leadership team.
• Make appointments for patients to see physicians, counselors, and case managers, and provide lab work and referrals for additional follow-up care.
• Coordinate patient appointments as needed.
• Collect cash and complete daily balancing, and manage accounts receivable, accounts payable, or deposits when assigned.
• Maintain security by following procedures, monitoring logbooks, and checking in visitors.
• Run the PDMP for patients and record patient information at intake in the state's Central Registry when assigned.
• Maintain and update patient medical records and documentation in the EHR and any required laboratory software.
• Drop off laboratory work at a UPS location if the driver does not pick it up, and drop off deposits at the local bank when assigned.
• Assist with purchasing and ordering medical supplies.
• Help educate pregnant patients about prenatal care and assist the primary counselor with coordinating outside services as needed.
• Attend team meetings and complete required training courses on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 18 days of paid time off.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Company-sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and accident insurance.
• Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP).
• Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.
• Opportunities for professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED