Medical Assistant

Summary

We are actively seeking a Medical Assistant to work in our residential program. This position will provide primary care for adolescents ranging from 12 – 17 years old who struggle with mental health issues, eating disorders and/or substance abuse. The Medical Assistant role makes a difference in the patient care we offer and supports the group therapists, psychiatrists, and academic coordinators by providing a unique blend of skills and knowledge to carry out prescribed medical treatment and maintaining positive patient engagement.

Responsibilities

• At intake and on a pre-determined routine basis, collect and document vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respiratory rate, height, weight, conduct drug screen tests, and body check.


• Provides 1:1 supervision of at-risk clients (substance abuse risk, suicidal ideation, etc.).


• Support coordination of milieu treatment with Primary Therapists and Psychiatrists via client record, staff communication, and counseling/staff meetings.


• Observe and monitor clients’ behavior and intervene based on schedule, individual client’s treatment plan, and facility needs.


• Upon direction from the Psychiatrist and in accordance to the medication management policy, ensure medication(s) is/(are) distributed accurately and timely.


• Supervise self-administration of client medications.


• Update and maintain medication management system logs daily, as needed.


• Ensure all medications are ordered in a timely manner.


• Write in staff shift log, to include check-in, check-out, and summary of the shift events.


• Report and discuss patient progress, problems, and observations with supervisor.


• Submit detailed notes for each client including fitness activities, food diaries, and 12-step meeting, daily.


• Obtain and document client weight, weekly.


• Work with supervisor to ensure facility is in adherence to all company policies and procedures.


• Oversee all medical appointments with outside providers.


• Follow emergency procedures as prescribed.


• Attend weekly training meetings.


• Other duties assigned by supervisor.

Key Competencies for Success

• Dedicated to exceptional client service.


• Reliable, professional demeanor combined with a compassionate approach.


• Demonstrated ability to enforce boundaries, rules, and policies with clients.


• Remain calm and diligent in highly stressful and/or volatile situations.


• Highly competent in medication administration and documentation.


• Skilled in taking accurate vital signs.


• Strong organizational skills.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to handle medical records discreetly.


• Follow and practice HIPAA regulations at all times.

Requirements & Preferences

• Pass a fingerprinting background clearance, required.


• Medical Assistant Certification, preferred.


• Minimum of one (1) year of related experience, preferred


• Experience working with adolescents aged 12-17 years old, preferred.


• Crisis management skills, preferred.


• Knowledge of psychopathology and dual diagnosis, preferred.

Education and Certification

• High school diploma or equivalent, required.


• Medical Assistant certification must be from an accredited educational institution.


• CPR and First Aid, required.

Physical Requirements

• Intermittent sitting, standing, walking, lifting, reaching, kneeling, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting and/or moving up to 30 pounds.


• Manual dexterity.

Benefits package:

Growth Centers of America understands that an attractive benefits package is important for recruiting above-average candidates. We offer multiple healthcare plans, which includes medical, vision, dental, disability options, holiday pay, vacation, and sick time.

About Adolescent Growth, Inc

Adolescent Growth Inc. is a healthcare holding company based in Pasadena. It is one of the nation’s leading mental health-focused healthcare providers, dedicated to offering wellness services to adolescents aged 12 to 17 and adults. Adolescent Growth provides mental health services for conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder, and others. Adolescent Growth is devoted to supporting its local communities by partnering with organizations that promote health literacy and ongoing mental health support.