Medical Assistant / Technician (PRN)

Summary:

Our Dallas inpatient rehab center offers detox and residential programming for adult men and women in or near Luzerne County. For clients with serious substance use disorders, detox is often an essential first step towards recovery. Our program ensures clients can safely withdraw from alcohol and other substances in a comfortable, non-hospital setting.

The Medical Assistant is responsible for supporting the delivery of medical and residential treatment services through direct client interaction, medical support activities, medication-assisted treatment (MAT) support, specimen collection, client monitoring, and coordination of medical-related administrative functions. This position serves as an important member of the multidisciplinary treatment team and assists in promoting client safety, engagement, and continuity of care.

Address: 420 Supreme Court East Stroudsburg, PA 18302

Shift: 7:00am - 3:00pm / 3:00pm - 11:00pm - Weekend Availability Needed - Working as needed 

Pay: $16/hr before shift differentials.

Why work with us?  

We offer career advancement opportunities, including roles such as Behavioral Health Technician Supervisor, Transportation Supervisors, Case Coordinators, Administrative Assistants, Certified Peer Recovery Specialists, Counselor Assistants, LPN, and more, contingent on additional education and experience. Positions are available at different locations and in different states.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

• Support medical and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) services through client monitoring, observations, and medical support activities. 
• Obtain and document vital signs, capillary blood sugars, urine specimens, and other medical information as directed.
• Report significant changes in client condition, medical concerns, or treatment needs to appropriate clinical or nursing staff.
• Conduct toxicology screening activities, including specimen collection, documentation, processing, and communication of results to the treatment team.
• Observe and document medication dispensing activities as assigned and in accordance with organizational procedures.
• Assist with admissions-related documentation, records collection, and coordination of required medical information.
• Maintain unit inventory and assist with ordering, receiving, stocking, and monitoring supplies.
• Assist with client education, medical questions, appointment follow-up, and treatment engagement activities.
• Collect and document client payments in accordance with organizational procedures.
• Collaborate with treatment team members to support client care, communication, and continuity of services.
• Must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality with regard to all company information.  
• Completion of all required trainings as designated by the company and accreditation/licensing entities.  
• Other duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications 

Licensure, Education, & Experience 

• High school diploma or equivalent, required. 
• Experience in a drug and alcohol and/or residential setting, preferred.
•  Medical Assistant degree/certification preferred 
• Experience as a Medical Assistant by employment or successful internship, preferred.
• Current CPR, AED and First Aid, preferred.