Medical Assistant (MA)

River’s Bend is seeking a

Full-Time Medical Assistant to join our team of innovative professionals located in both Troy and West Bloomfield, Michigan. Mid-level and Experienced level Medical Assistants are encouraged to apply and join our growing team. In this collaborative environment, we are seeking a Medical Assistant who will be responsible for supporting the RN in triaging medication questions from clients, increasing client understanding of prescribed medications, and recording patient vitals as indicated for program requirements. Administrative support and mentoring are available, along with any necessary supervision.

River’s Bend provides outpatient therapy with integrity and excellent client care. We are a growing Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Use therapy practice which provides the most innovative, evidence-based outpatient behavioral healthcare to all our clients and their families. Our clinical team provides professional, comprehensive, state-of-the-art mental health and chemical dependency treatment in a respectful and dignified manner. Our clients and their families are our partners in maximizing overall well-being. We have been awarded Blue Distinction with Blue Cross Blue Shield and maintain behavioral health Joint Commission accreditation. We have an integrated electronic health record system that supports all of our clinical services and offer a hybrid model for outpatient therapy.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• MA Certification
  
• At least 1 Year of MA Experience
  
• Mid-Level or Experienced
  

REQUIRED RESPONSIBILITES AND COMPETENCIES:

• Answer questions for clients regarding medications and treatment recommendations
  
• Reach out to prescribers when more information is needed and to coordinate prescribers calling clients when needed
  
• Secure authorization for medications if needed and required by insurance companies
  
• Perform and collect medical vitals as required by program for appropriateness for level of care
  
• Provide clinical documentation in EHR upon client discharge
  
• Employ strong communication skills with clinical staff and client phone calls/follow up
  
• Work collaboratively as a team and with clinical staff and Medical Director
  
• Proficient with technology to include EMR, Microsoft Office, and other applicable software
  
• Strong attention to detail, organized and motivated.
  

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Experience working with and assisting psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners
  
• Must possess ability to utilize electronic health record system, Zoom and Microsoft Office
  
• Flexibility to work some evenings
  
• Initiative to participate in ongoing opportunities for growth and advancement in professional education/endeavors
  
• Organized
  
• Reliable
  
• Ability to Multitask
  
• Time Management Skills
  

BENEFITS AND PERKS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
  
• 401K and Safe Harbor Match
  
• Biweekly Cellular Stipend
  
• Paid Time Off (Sick, Vacation, Holiday & Bereavement)
  
• Flexible Schedule
  
• 1-Hour Paid Lunch
  
• Volunteer Opportunities
  
• Opportunity for growth
  

HOURS OF OPERATION:

• Monday-Friday
  
• 8 Hour Shifts
  

Occasionally alternating between Troy and West locations

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COMPENSATION:

• $20-$22/HOUR
  
• Hourly, Non-Exempt
  
• Paid Biweekly
  

Job Type: Full-Time