Medical Assistant

Provides clinical and administrative support to psychiatric providers and staff by preparing patients for appointments, assisting with procedures, maintaining patient records, coordinating care, and performing clerical duties.

• Room patients, obtain and document vital signs, and update EHR/EMR records.

• Assist with examinations, psychiatric procedures, and diagnostic testing.

• Order laboratory tests and imaging as directed by providers and communicate results to patients when requested.

• Gather and document health information and communicate patient needs to the care team.

• Perform medication refills according to protocol and monitor controlled-substance prescriptions through the state database.

• Manage psychiatric schedules, recall lists, and inboxes.

• Provide patient education and assist patients with forms and other needs.

• Prepare and maintain examination rooms, equipment, instruments, and medical supplies.

• Perform clerical duties while maintaining patient confidentiality.

• Prioritize multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining accuracy, quality, and patient safety.

• High school diploma or GED.

• One year of psychiatric or behavioral health experience preferred.