Medical Assistant

Pinnacle Treatment Brand • Barstow, CA

9d • $18 - $21

About The Position

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services, providing care nationwide to more than 35,000 patients daily. Its mission is to remove barriers to recovery and help individuals, families, and communities through effective treatment.

The Medical Assistant administers and coordinates medical services at the facility while supporting a positive patient experience. The role includes routine administrative and clinical responsibilities and collaboration with the intake team and facility leadership.

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Current medical assistant or emergency medical technician certificate from an accredited teaching school, or transcripts.
• Experience as a medical assistant.
• Maintain continuing education credits as required by the state of employment.
• Ability to administer medications.
• Localized travel of up to 5% may be required.

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 AAMA, registration from AMT or NCCT, or certification from another certifying body recognized 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 drug screens, conduct onsite testing, and package samples for laboratory confirmation.
• Obtain vital signs and report findings to nurses when needed.
• Obtain blood samples for standard testing onsite and package them for the laboratory.
• Communicate relevant information about patients and the facility to the leadership team.
• Schedule appointments for patients with physicians, counselors, and case managers, and arrange laboratory work and referrals for additional follow-up care.
• May collect cash and balance daily receipts.
• May manage accounts receivable, accounts payable, and deposits.
• Maintain security by following procedures, monitoring logbooks, and checking in visitors.
• May coordinate patient appointments.
• May run the PDMP for all patients and record patient information at intake in the state's Central Registry.
• Maintain and update patient medical records and documentation in the EHR and any required laboratory software.
• May drop off laboratory work at a UPS location if the driver does not pick it up.
• May deliver deposits to a local bank and 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: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED