Certified Medical Assistant
ANCHORAGE COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES IN
Summary
Medical Team
Job description
Certified Medical Assistant | Alaska Behavioral Health
Medical Team
About the Team
Our medical department is dedicated to helping our clients improve their lives through a coordinated approach to care involving clients, their caregivers, their clinical staff, and primary care providers. The Certified Medical Assistants work as members of the medical/nursing team to provide care to a mentally ill population.
What You'll Do
- Greet patients and take their vitals, administer injections, collect health information, etc.
- Coordinate timely and efficient patient flow in the department
- Complete prior authorizations, laboratory requisitions, and other forms
- Obtain patient records, answer calls and relay information in a timely manner
What We Need from You
- You have a High School Diploma or GED and are a CMA with certification in CPR and First Aid
- You are comfortable with EMR usage and are a fast learner with computer programs
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
- CPR certification
- First Aid certification
- Comfortable with EMR usage
- Fast learner with computer programs
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Assistance
- Student Loan Repayment
- Signing Bonus
Company overview
Anchorage Community Mental Health Services is a comprehensive behavioral health organization serving the Anchorage, Alaska community. As a community-based mental health provider, the organization offers a wide range of services including outpatient counseling, crisis intervention, substance abuse treatment, and psychiatric care for individuals and families. The organization focuses on providing accessible mental health services to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, with particular attention to underserved communities in the Anchorage area. Their services typically include individual and group therapy, medication management, case management, and community outreach programs. Anchorage Community Mental Health Services plays a vital role in Alaska's behavioral health infrastructure, addressing the unique mental health needs of the region's population through evidence-based practices and culturally competent care. The organization collaborates with local healthcare providers, social service agencies, and community organizations to create a comprehensive support network for individuals experiencing mental health challenges.