Medical Administrative Assistant Job at The Camden Center in Los Angeles

MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTABOUT THE COMPANYCamden Center is a partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient treatment center that offers comprehensive, multi-disciplinary treatment for psychiatric and addictive disorders. Our staff is comprised of nationally recognized medical doctors, psychotherapists, and integrative medicine specialists who have been recruited as experts in their field to work with our patients. Camden Center is a medical organization established and operated by physicians, and is founded on the principles of clinical excellence, compassionate care, and respect for our patients.ABOUT THE POSITIONThe medical administrative assistant is responsible for providing clinical and technical support in the provision of general medical and psychiatric care to patients. This position reports directly to the Co-Medical Director and the Medical Logistics Manager. RESPONSIBILITIESCore duties and responsibilities include:Schedule outside medical orders and referralsCoordinate medication supply and refills with patients, patient companions, treatment centers, and case management teamsAssist with urine drug screening and lab ordersCollect medical and medication history for new patientsMaintain medication supply logsProvide support with updating medication charting Facilitate wellness checks for patients, including conducting vitals and documenting dataObtain and send release of information from appropriate providers, individuals, and facilities requests for medical records and other relevant informationCreate patient medication progress lists and send documentation to relevant medical teamsUpdate and/or verify patient insuranceAssist in training new physicians on the electronic medication charts and prescribing processOversee medication delivery, pickup, and onsite distribution protocolsEnsure medical department supplies are fully stockedUse tact, discretion, and good judgment in handling sensitive and confidential informationPrioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain high-quality attention to detailDemonstrate high levels of professionalism when communicating in person, by email, or by phoneOther duties as assigned by the direct or indirect supervisor PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTSCertified Pharmacy Technician and/or training as a Certified Medical Assistant preferredAt least one-year medical office experience requiredKnowledge and ability to practice aseptic technique when assisting with proceduresAbility to triage medical/psychiatric problems within scope of job responsibilitiesAbility to take direction from physicians, managers, and providers, and work collaboratively with all levels of management, staff, patients, and vendors Interpersonal skills to work with emotionally vulnerable patients of diverse educational, economic, and cultural backgroundsWorking knowledge of medical terminologyThorough understanding of HIPAAs regulations, requirements, and guidelinesAbility to work in a fast-paced setting with conflicting demandsProfessional and enthusiastic attitude and demeanor, with a belief in patient-centered careSkill in establishing and maintaining complex filing systems, organizing work flow to meet deadlines, and setting priorities that accurately reflect the importance of job responsibilitiesSkill in exchanging ideas and opinions with others to increase efficiency of office proceduresWorking knowledge of EHR systems, Zoom, Google Suite, and other software programsAbility to independently perform and complete assignments with minimal direction and supervision LEGAL REQUIREMENTSMust be able to legally work in the United States and provide documentation (2 forms of ID and/or Green Card) Must be able to sit and stand at length (up to 8 hours) Must be able to lift, push, and pull up to 25 pounds Must be able to kneel, bend, and squat I hereby confirm that I am able to meet the position requirements listed above, and accept theresponsibilities defined as medical assistant.40 hours/week. Pay range is $21.00/hour - $30.00/hour. Benefits for full-time employees include medical, paid and sick time off, matching 401(k), holiday pay, and a flexible spending account.