Medical Assistant - Merakey

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put our heart and soul into everything we do.



We are seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team in our Parkside Ave - Methadone Clinic in Philadelphia, PA 19104 location.



This posting is for full-time, first shift Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm.



Earn $18.31/hr.!



Position Details


* Assist providers with the examination of people in recovery (PIR); measuring vital signs, venipuncture, including collecting specimens and for laboratory analysis
* Prepare PIR paperwork for provider appointments
* Prepare rooms for examination by the provider
* Maintain a steady flow of PIRs in the medical department
* Respond to medical emergencies
* Complete required documentation timely.
* Exemplify customer service by answering phones and interacting with program members, staff, clinicians, and visitors in a timely and pleasant manner
* Use the EHR to check in clients presenting for appointments
* Schedule follow-up appointments and re-schedule appointments when necessary
* Work closely with medical staff and communicate when clients have arrived for appointments
* Help to resolve client’s issues as they arise to avoid escalation
* Utilize de-escalation skills when appropriate
* Positively interact with clients when waiting to see medical staff
* Accept changes in assignments in the spirit of good teamwork; accept constructive feedback about performance or behaviors; demonstrate creative thinking and problem-solving relating to issues or concerns
* Escort PIRs and all guests around the facility as needed

Benefits

Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!


* DailyPay
* Work/Life Balance
* Flexible Schedules
* Cell Phone Discount Plans
* Employee Referral Bonuses
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Care.com Membership

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.



Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!



The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:


* A High School diploma or GED is required.
* A Medical Assistant certificate is required.
* Minimum of one (1) year working as a medical assistant, preferably in a behavioral health setting.
* Certification in phlebotomy is preferred.

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