Clinic Certified Medical Assistant

Summary

The Clinic CCMA position is responsible for following Medication Clinic protocols. Clinic will serve Adult/Child/Adolescent MH patients in clinic locations in five county area. Some travel to rural clinics in company vehicles may be required. Our services are provided to both local and rural jails via telemedicine services. Psychiatric services may be provided in face to face, telemedicine or other electronic means and competency in all these areas is required. Non-direct care activities include prepping and auditing the medical records for each visit prior to assessment by the physician or mid-level prescriber requesting laboratory studies and other diagnostic procedures; transcribing physician/physician extender orders as written; accurate calculation and writing of prescriptions of medication for physician review/signature (either in paper form or electronic health/prescribing records), assessment and reporting to the physician any symptoms, adverse reactions or change in client status. This position may be required to provide issuance of medications to properly identified patients from our Medication Room. License must be maintained as a condition of employment. Administratively the position reports to the RN Clinic Program Administrator.

Job description

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited medical Assistant program and completion of CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant)
• Experience in mental health or other outpatient clinic setting for adults is preferable
• Must have a valid Texas Driver's License and is an insurable driver
• Must have good computer skills
• Excellent critical thinking process skills
• Customer service oriented
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with precertification, prior authorizations and other requirement of various payor sources is preferable

Benefits

• Performance-based salary increases
• Benefits available

Company overview

Betty Hardwick Center is a comprehensive mental health service provider dedicated to offering accessible and quality behavioral healthcare services to communities in Texas. As a community mental health center, it provides a wide range of services including crisis intervention, outpatient counseling, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and specialized programs for various mental health conditions. The organization focuses on serving individuals with mental health disorders, substance abuse issues, and developmental disabilities through evidence-based treatment approaches. Betty Hardwick Center operates with a mission to promote recovery, resilience, and improved quality of life for clients through person-centered care. The center typically collaborates with local healthcare systems, social service agencies, and community organizations to provide integrated care. Services are designed to be accessible to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, with consideration for cultural and socioeconomic factors. The organization plays a crucial role in the local mental health ecosystem by offering both clinical services and community-based support programs.