Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

The Medical Assistant provides clinical and administrative support to psychiatric medical providers and the interdisciplinary care team serving a forensic mental health population. This role manages an assigned caseload, coordinates medical services, supports continuity of care, and maintains accurate clinical documentation while working under the supervivion of a licensed provider.

Work Environment

This position serves a forensic mental health population and requires professionalism, strong boundaries, and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Key Responsibilities

Manage an assigned caseload and assist with coordination of ongoing medical services

Coordinate appointments with multiple healthcare providers to support continuity of care

Assist with care coordination for clients with multiple medical and mental health comorbidities

Collect patient health data and perform basic intake and health screenings

Maintain accurate patient records in both paper charts and the (EHR)

Administer medications and injections as orderd by the provider and according to clinical protocols

Order laboratory tests and track results as directed by providers

Provide patient education related to medications, treatments, and general health management

Provide basic firstr aid and maintain current CPR certification

Communicate effectively with psychiatric physicians and interdisciplinary care teammembers

Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to support coordinated patient care

Assist with prior authorizations and insurance documentation when needed

Delegate appropriate non - clinical tasks to direct care staff as directed by the clinical team

Maintain confidentiality and follow organizational policies and procedures

Qualifications

Medical Assistant certification preferred or relevant clinical experience

Experience in behavioral health or forensic populatins preferred

Knowledge of Electronic Health systems

Strong documentation, organizational, and time management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a clinical environment

Schedule

Monday through Froday, 8:00am - 5:00pm