Certified Medical Assistant (Llano County MH Center)

**HILL COUNTRY MHDD CENTERS IS OFFERING A $2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS TO

ALL MENTAL HEALTH POSITIONS THAT ARE FULL-TIME, NEW HIRE

EMPLOYEES**

Help us help others:

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) will directly support one of our physicians by collecting vital signs, documenting medical histories, and detailing an individual's physical and mental status and needs. The CMA will coordinate and maintain medical, discharge, and authorization records while maintaining HIPAA compliance and confidentiality. This compassionate, caring, and supportive team member will connect with individuals to provide optimum healthcare and contribute to the overall well-being of members of the community living with mental health challenges.

You will get to:

• Assist with prescription refills and prior authorizations to ensure medications are provided.
• Administer medication injections.
• Monitor self-administration of medication.
• Maintain inventory of medications and medical supplies.
• Write and document articulately while using correct grammar so that documentation is clear and valuable.
• Maintain compliance with all security and infection control measures.
• Educate and instruct individuals served.

You'll definitely need:

• High school diploma, GED, or competency test with 3 letters of recommendation.
• To complete and maintain both CPR certification and the Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behavior training.
• Have graduated from an approved school for Medical Assistants
• A Valid National Certification for Medical Assistant (NCMS) to practice in the State of Texas.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Electronic health record experience is a must; NetSmart experience is a plus
• To maintain a valid Texas State Driver's License.
• To have current automobile insurance and the ability to travel to individuals when necessary

We'll also want you to:

• Employ excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage with the team and individuals in care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Sustain a calm demeanor when under pressure to handle sometimes difficult situations.
• Provide exemplary customer service and care to individuals with their best interests at heart.
• Complete and maintain both CPR certification and Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behavior training.

We're excited to provide:

• PPO health insurance plan with the option to add dependents.
• PPO dental plans and vision insurance options for healthy teeth and eyes.
• Employer-paid life insurance.

• 401(a) plan, employer matches your contributions dollar for dollar up to 8% of your salary. You are 100% vested after 3 years of service.
• 457/403(b) plan, employees are immediately eligible to contribute pre-tax earnings to the plan for retirement.
• Generous paid time off for fun and vacations, and paid sick time for when you're under the weather.
• An authentic and caring environment where folks care about each other and want to do good in the world
  

We can pay you:

$17.64 to $20.02 per hour and benefits