Medical Assistant

Description
As a recognized leader in our field, The Guidance Center provides a broad range of services that have helped children, adults, and families unlock potential and build better lives since 1958. With 25 programs we offer treatment, prevention, growth, and education services to more than 15,000 people annually. Together we: Nurture development. Foster resilience. Cultivate well-being.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Medical Assistant to join our team of talented professionals.

We have a market-based compensation structure. The estimated salary for this position will vary based on a candidate’s transferable work experience and qualifications. Hourly rate starts at $17.06 The range provided is just one component of total compensation including a comprehensive benefit package of affordable medical plans, employer-paid dental, vision, and long-term disability, 401(K) with employer contribution, flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent, paid time off, 11 paid holidays.

The Medical Assistant under the supervision of the Psychiatrist is responsible for assisting in the delivery of health care and patient care management which includes performing selected nursing and administrative duties; assisting physicians and the clinical team. The work is performed in an office environment. The position requires the ability to work under pressure and with diverse populations, including staff, physicians, clients, patients, insurance companies, and other members of the public regularly. The position will have exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to a clinical environment. Regular program hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30 am to 7 pm and Friday 8:30 am to 5 pm. Some evening hours will be required and determined based on program needs.

Requirements
To qualify for this position, you will need the following:

• High school graduate with current Medical Assistant certification from an accredited program.
  At least one year of medical experience in a physician’s office or equivalent combination of training and experience preferred; willing to train a highly motivated new graduate.
• Experience working in a psychiatric setting is preferred.
• Must possess and maintain CPR certification and first aid training of at least Basic Life Support (BLS) level provided by a certified Red Cross or American Heart Association trainer and provide documentation thereof.
• Must possess knowledge of medical practice and care, examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures, medical equipment and instruments, and common safety hazards and precautions.
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• The Guidance believes that our team members are our most valuable resources, and we invest in them accordingly.

We offer our employees a competitive salary, flexible scheduling opportunities, a team-oriented work environment, and much more!

The Guidance Center is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming place for everyone. Creating a culture in which we embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion and strive to dismantle oppression is critical to our mission to: Nurture development. Foster resilience. Cultivate well-being.

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