Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health

Blue Ridge Health • Clyde, NC

4d • $19

About The Position

Blue Ridge Health is seeking a Medical Assistant/LPN to join our Behavioral Health team in Clyde, NC (We will train you!) $18.72 hourly - Entry Level Pay – Opportunities for Salary and Career Advancement Available $1000 Sign-On Bonus after 90 Days of Employment! What We Offer You: A competitive benefits plan, including Medical, Dental and Vision Company sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage 403(b) retirement account with company matching Supplemental accident insurance available 9 paid holidays per year PTO and Personal Day accrual, starting day 1 - (We value a work-life balance!) Company Sponsored Medical Assistant Certification Classes – We Help You Get Your Certification! Flexible Schedules Available What You'll Do: As a Medical Assistant or LPN you will be an integral member of the BRH medical team assisting with the direct care of patients and clinic activities. We are looking for a team player that can help build a positive environment with a desire to work in an interdisciplinary healthcare team and with a culturally diverse patient population.

Requirements

• Knowledge of medical terminology and common medical documentation preferred
• High School Diploma or Equivalent (required)
• Medical Assistant Certification or Registered Medical Assistant preferred– Must obtain certification within 18 months of hire date if not currently certified (We can help you get it – ask us how!)
• Licensed Practical Nurses – NC licensure preferred (we will pay for your license renewal!)
• Ability to float between nearby clinical sites as needed

Nice To Haves

• Medical phone triage experience preferred
• Bi-Lingual (preferred, but not required – we pay extra per hour for your language skills)

Responsibilities

• Working in a fast-paced medical office setting
• Assisting providers with delivering quality patient care
• Obtaining and recording vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, etc.)
• Performing basic medical procedures such as blood draws and EKGs
• Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens
• Recording patient information in electronic health records (EHR) systems
• Answering phones, responding to inquiries, and relaying information to providers
• Adhering to HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality
• Contributing to a positive and cooperative team environment

Benefits

• A competitive benefits plan, including Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage
• 403(b) retirement account with company matching
• Supplemental accident insurance available
• 9 paid holidays per year
• PTO and Personal Day accrual, starting day 1 - (We value a work-life balance!)
• Company Sponsored Medical Assistant Certification Classes – We Help You Get Your Certification!
• Flexible Schedules Available
• $1000 Sign-On Bonus after 90 Days of Employment!

What This Job Offers

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