Medical Assistant: Front Office Manchester- 6791
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<p><strong>JOB TITLE:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â </strong>Â Medical Assistant</p>
<p><strong>EMPLOYMENT TYPE:Â Â Â Â Â </strong>40Â hours/week</p>
<p><strong>SCHEDULED HOURS:Â Â Â Â Â </strong>Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5PM</p>
<p><strong>PROGRAM/LOCATION:Â Â Â </strong> Front Office; Manchester, CT</p>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>ABOUT THE POSITION</strong></span><strong>: Medical Assistant</strong></p>
<p><strong>Duties & Responsibilities</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Assist prescribers or APRNs in preparing clients for their appointments.</li>
<li>Obtain and document client information such as vital signs, blood pressure, weight, height, and changes in medical history in the client's chart.</li>
<li>Monitor medication adherence to ensure effectiveness and prevent diversion.</li>
<li>Document ongoing client progress, particularly regarding side effects of medication.</li>
<li>Collect toxicology screens at the frequency ordered.</li>
<li>Assist prescribers in submitting, routing, and ensuring completion of orders and medication refill requests.</li>
<li>Demonstrate competency in addressing age-related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.</li>
<li>Adherence to professional standards, policies and procedures, and federal, state, and local requirements, including NCCHC and Joint Commission standards.</li>
<li>Consult with other team members and external providers regarding treatment.</li>
<li>Stay informed about all agency policies, procedures and complete required trainings to stay updated on current best practices regarding the treatment of individuals with mental illness and medication-assisted treatment (MAT).</li>
<li>Follow up on emails regarding intakes, inductions, transfers, dose changes, EKGs, medication concerns, medical visits, and medical record requests.</li>
<li>Maintains patient confidentiality and privacy.</li>
<li>Perform other assignments and duties as required.</li>
</ul>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></span><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Â </span>Â </p>
<p><strong>Education:</strong> High School Diploma, Medical Assistant Diploma, or Applied Associate’s Degree (AAS) from an accredited school.</p>
<p><strong>Experience:</strong> Previous experience in medical field preferred, experience with EMR (electronic medical records), medical terminology</p>
<p><strong>Licensure/Certification/Registration: </strong>Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) or  Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required..</p>
<p><strong>Training: </strong>CPR/First-Aid certification, or obtained within 6 months of hire</p>
<p><strong>Award-Winning Workplace:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years!</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Â Generous Time Off:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Retirement Savings:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Comprehensive Insurance:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Education & Tuition Support:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.</li>
<li>Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).</li>
<li>Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Â Career Development:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!</li>
<li>Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.</li>
<li>Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Â Wellness Program:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Annual wellness stipend.</li>
<li>FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.</li>
<li>Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events, and more!</li>
<li>Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year, for individuals, couples, & families through our EAP program.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Â Employee Involvement:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Â Stay Informed:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>And So Much More:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.</li>
</ul>
<ul></ul>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>COMPENSATION *: </strong></span></p>
<p>$18.00/hr minimum and up, commensurate upon experience</p>
<p>*Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as, adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)<strong>Â Â </strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.</em></strong></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!</em></strong></p>
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