Medical Assistant

Medical AssistantWe offer competitive salary, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth.Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services. We provide care across the nation touching the lives of more than 35,000 patients daily.Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works.Our employees believe we are creating a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through comprehensive treatment.As a Medical Assistant, you will administer and coordinate medical services necessary while creating a positive patient experience within the facility. You will be responsible for performing routine administrative and clinical responsibilities.Pay Range: $18 to $21 per hourBenefits:18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)401k with company matchCompany sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.Full 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 UniversityRequirements:Minimum High School Diploma or equivalentMust possess a current medical assistant certificate or emergency medical technician certificate from an accredited teaching school and/or provide transcripts.Experience as a medical assistant.Must maintain continuing education credits as required by the state employedAbility to administer medications.Localized travel up to 5% may be requiredResponsibilities:Works as part of the intake team to ensure patients are seen promptly.Observe urine samples for urine drug screens, test onsite and package for laboratory confirmation testing.Obtain vital signs and report findings to nurses when needed.Obtain blood samples for standard blood testing onsite and package for the laboratoryCommunicate all relevant information to the leadership team regarding patients and the facility.Make appointments for patients to see physicians, counselors, and case managers, and provide lab work and referrals for additional follow-up care.May be responsible for cash collection and daily balancing.May be responsible for managing accounts receivable/accounts payable/ deposits.Maintain security by following procedures, monitoring logbooks, checking in visitors, etc.May be responsible for coordinating appointments for patients.May be responsible for running the PDMP for all patients as well as recording patient information at intake in the Central Registry for that StateMaintain and keep updated all medical records and documentation pertaining to the patients in the EHR as well as in any lab required software programsMay be responsible for dropping off lab work at a UPS drop off location if the driver does not come in to pick up that dayMay be responsible for dropping deposits off at the local bank. Assists with Purchasing and ordering of medical suppliesAssists in education with pregnant patients about prenatal care and assists primary counselor in coordinating outside services as needed.Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.Other duties as assigned.Join our team. Join our mission.Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinkingDetail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done wellTeam Player: Works well as a member of a groupSelf-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside helpGrowth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibilityAbility to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organizationTechnical/other training or better.High School/GED or better.Phlebotomy TechCMAEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.