Certified Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Training & development

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant – Addiction & Recovery / Behavioral Health

Location: [City], IN

Position Type: Part-Time (up to hours per week)

Position Summary

We are seeking a compassionate, trauma-informed Certified Medical Assistant (CMA/RMA) to join our outpatient addiction treatment and recovery clinic. Working under the supervision of a licensed physician or advanced practice provider, you will deliver empathetic clinical care, perform specialized toxicology workflows, and support patients undergoing Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) in accordance with Indiana law and clinical guidelines.

Key Clinical Responsibilities

• Conduct routine clinical intake, including measuring vital signs, recording medical/substance use history, and performing COWS/CIWA assessment prep.

• Collect and process biological specimens (urine, oral fluid, blood) for toxicology screens following strict chain-of-custody and CLIA-waived testing procedures.

• Administer intramuscular injections (e.g., Vivitrol/Naltrexone, Sublocade) as delegated by the provider and compliant with Indiana MA scope of practice.
  
  
• Perform phlebotomy, routine blood draws, and infectious disease screenings (Hepatitis C, HIV, TB testing).

• Monitor patients post-injection or during ambulatory detoxification for adverse reactions or distress.

• Sanitize exam rooms, manage medical supply inventory, and maintain lab equipment calibration logs.

Key Administrative & Compliance Responsibilities

• Strictly adhere to federal 42 CFR Part 2 regulations and HIPAA guidelines regarding substance use disorder record confidentiality.

• Coordinate prior authorizations for addiction medications, specialized labs, and secondary referrals.

• Maintain non-judgmental, trauma-informed communication during patient interactions to foster engagement and retention.

• Document all care, lab results, and patient communications accurately in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).

Required Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma (or equivalent) and completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.

• Certification: Active national credential (CMA by AAMA, RMA by AMT, CCMA by NHA, or NCMA by NCCT).

• BLS: Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Compliance Knowledge: Understanding of 42 CFR Part 2 patient privacy laws and Indiana delegation standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in addiction medicine, behavioral health, or psychiatric outpatient care.

• Familiarity with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) protocols (buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone).

• Training in de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed care.