Job description

The Certified Medical Assistant/Customer Service Specialist provides patient care in community mental health clinic setting under the direct responsibility of a licensed physician. Clinical skills performed are within the scope of a Medical Assistant as defined by Florida Statutes 458.3485, and Meridian Policy and Procedure. The CMA may also perform clerical, insurance and medical record functions. Serves as liaison between client relations units and functions as a team leader for a particular unit. The work requires the use of independent judgment and initiative in carrying out duties and responsibilities of maintaining a professional office setting, and the ability to provide clerical support on all levels within the Center. This position requires heavy public contact.

*Occasionally expected to float/travel to other clinics as needed for staffing.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Graduation from a standard high school or its equivalent and two years of general office, secretarial or clerical experience, one of which must be in dealing with the public, preferably in a clinical setting and/or dealing with third-party billing.

Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited course of study as a Certified Medical Assistant and have proof of certification as a Medical Assistant or possess the equivalent knowledge and skills base by having completed/graduated from similar types of formal medical training such as:

A formal medical services training program offered by the United States Armed Forces (e.g. Health Care Specialist training course, Special Operations Medical Sergeant training course, Hospital Corpsman training course, Health Services Technicians.)

A minimum of 1 year experience with direct patient care in a type of healthcare facility is a must. Previous mental health experience, particularly with psychiatric treatment plans, is ideal.

4. The employee will be regularly required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Work environment is usually moderately noisy.

Person should display initiative, have the ability to multitask and be able to assume additional responsibilities. Proven ability to problem-solve and be a team member is essential. Must possess and maintain current certification as a Medical Assistant. Basic Life Support (CPR) required or obtained within 1st month of employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• Clinic
• In-person

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chiefland, FL 32626: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Required)

Work Location: In person

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