Medical Assistant - 2nd Shift Weekdays

Isaiah House Inc•Harrodsburg, KY

19d

About The Position

Isaiah House recognizes that individuals we serve who are recovering from substance use disorders will have physical needs. To facilitate recovery that focuses on dimensional wellness of the mind, body, and spirit, medical care is available to clients. The medical assistant is a resource in facilitating medical care.

Requirements

Complete all necessary competencies and training requirements
Perform and document vital signs
Conduct CLIA-waived testing (e.g., blood glucose measurement) and document/report results to the Provider or appropriate medical personnel
Assist in the self-administration of client medications
Assist in the delivery of telehealth visits for medical and/or psychiatric providers
Support nurses by gathering information when assigned
Assist in the management of controlled medications
Transcribe medications and orders from one EMR to another (e.g., ECW to KIPU)
Manage and respond to pharmacy feeds regarding client medication needs
Ensure accuracy of pharmacy deliveries and report discrepancies to the center nurse and RN Lead
Inventory client medications as required
Maintain inventory and monitor expiration dates of OTC medications
Document client interactions and services in the electronic health record (EHR) as appropriate
Upload and attach medical paperwork to the EHR for both current and discharged clients
Complete incident reports in accordance with policy
Obtain and complete Releases of Information (ROIs) as needed
Complete daily shift reports
Ensure medical rooms are clean and orderly
Maintain quality control logs (e.g., refrigerator temperature logs)
Maintain inventory of first aid supplies
Answer phones and assist with incoming calls
Schedule outside appointments for clients as needed
Assist other departments with client-related problem-solving
Participate in the collection process for Health TrackRX
Respond to emergency situations as needed
Report concerns first to the RN Lead, then to the Director of Medical Operations, if necessary
Demonstrate knowledge of recovery, mental health, and co-occurring disorders, with preferred experience in residential and/or outpatient addiction treatment settings
Perform other duties as assigned
Report issues to the RN Lead, then Director of Medical Operations if needed.
Be prepared and on time for each scheduled shift.
Consistently clock in/out on IH property via the Paylocity application
Ensure all time off requests are submitted at least 2 weeks in advance outside of urgent illness.
Check AED, First Aid Kits, Spill Kits, and Eye Wash Stations monthly.
Complete all documentation the same day service is rendered.
Read and respond to emails, teams, and texts timely.
Be present and prepared for assigned meetings.
Proactively contribute to a positive team culture.
Take an active role in carrying out appropriate policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrate knowledge of recovery, mental health, and co-occurring disorders, with preferred experience in residential and/or outpatient addiction treatment settings

Responsibilities

Complete all necessary competencies and training requirements
Perform and document vital signs
Conduct CLIA-waived testing (e.g., blood glucose measurement) and document/report results to the Provider or appropriate medical personnel
Assist in the self-administration of client medications
Assist in the delivery of telehealth visits for medical and/or psychiatric providers
Support nurses by gathering information when assigned
Assist in the management of controlled medications
Transcribe medications and orders from one EMR to another (e.g., ECW to KIPU)
Manage and respond to pharmacy feeds regarding client medication needs
Ensure accuracy of pharmacy deliveries and report discrepancies to the center nurse and RN Lead
Inventory client medications as required
Maintain inventory and monitor expiration dates of OTC medications
Document client interactions and services in the electronic health record (EHR) as appropriate
Upload and attach medical paperwork to the EHR for both current and discharged clients
Complete incident reports in accordance with policy
Obtain and complete Releases of Information (ROIs) as needed
Complete daily shift reports
Ensure medical rooms are clean and orderly
Maintain quality control logs (e.g., refrigerator temperature logs)
Maintain inventory of first aid supplies
Answer phones and assist with incoming calls
Schedule outside appointments for clients as needed
Assist other departments with client-related problem-solving
Participate in the collection process for Health TrackRX
Respond to emergency situations as needed
Report concerns first to the RN Lead, then to the Director of Medical Operations, if necessary
Demonstrate knowledge of recovery, mental health, and co-occurring disorders, with preferred experience in residential and/or outpatient addiction treatment settings
Perform other duties as assigned
Report issues to the RN Lead, then Director of Medical Operations if needed.
Be prepared and on time for each scheduled shift.
Consistently clock in/out on IH property via the Paylocity application
Ensure all time off requests are submitted at least 2 weeks in advance outside of urgent illness.
Check AED, First Aid Kits, Spill Kits, and Eye Wash Stations monthly.
Complete all documentation the same day service is rendered.
Read and respond to emails, teams, and texts timely.
Be present and prepared for assigned meetings.
Proactively contribute to a positive team culture.
Take an active role in carrying out appropriate policies and procedures.