The staff member in this position is responsible for providing direct and indirect client care activities under the supervision of a Physician, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, or Licensed Practical Nurse. The Medical Assistant gathers vital signs, including measurement of blood pressure, respirations, and pulse; conducts medication reconciliations; collects/verifies information regarding allergies, tobacco, and alcohol use; documents interactions with clients; conducts prescription pre-authorizations; and aids providers and nursing staff members as needed. The Medical Assistant should be familiar with mental health concepts, practices, and procedures. The Medical Assistant should have experience with, or be willing to learn, electronic health records.

This job description is based upon an evaluation of agency requirements at the time this description was written. This job description will change as the position is developed further, or in response to organizational or technological changes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Certification from an accredited clinical medical assistant program (or 1 year of relevant experience) required
• Psychiatric and EHR experience preferred
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate or eligibility required
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License, good driving record, and the ability to provide own transportation
• May be exposed to allergenic environments from client’s homes, including extreme heat, humidity, dust, smoke, pet contamination, cleaning supplies, etc.
• May be exposed to clients with infectious diseases
• Must be able to drive for long periods of time to visit clients in and out of the catchment area as needed
• Must be able to walk distances, climb and descend stairs, maneuver in and out of agency vehicles
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds at times

SALARY: $37,424.00

RETIREMENT: NWCSB participates in Virginia Retirement System.

DISCLAIMER: All full-time employees are eligible for a complete benefits package that includes enrollment in Virginia Retirement System. For more information about benefits and a complete list of current job openings, please visit our website, www.nwcsb.com. Positions remain open and advertised until filled.

Northwestern Community Services Board provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $37,424.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person