Medical Assistant

The Addiction Medicine Clinic is a specialty medical clinic focused on the treatment of substance use disorders and related medical conditions. We provide comprehensive, low-barrier, evidence-based medical care including medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD), long-acting injectable therapies, hepatitis C treatment, obesity medicine, and coordinated behavioral health support.

Job Type: Full-time

Under the supervision of the Medical Director, the Medical Assistant works cooperatively as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and is responsible for assisting nursing/medical staff in the treatment and management of clients on-site in the assigned program(s).

• Assists with client medications:
• Allergy/medication reconciliation
• Coordinates refill requests, manage REMS pharmacy medications
• Processes new medication orders
• Submits prior authorizations
• Provides education as directed by LMP
• Performs patient/client care responsibilities considering needs that are specific to the standard of care for the age of the patient/client;
• Updates electronic Health Record with medication and/or treatment changes and/or any additional communication as appropriate;
• Coordinates treatment plan:
• Facilitates ordered lab work to include obtaining UAs/oral swabs for drug screening
• Obtains and organizes outside records and results
• Coordinates communication with primary care clinics and behavioral health clinics, including providing written communication following appointments;
• Takes and records vital signs including height, weight, BMI, and waist circumference when necessary;
  Alerts LMP of abnormal VS and/trends;
• Assists with ride/transportation coordination and coordination for medical visits;
• Gather health information including screenings, health history, and standing orders;
• Maintains medical supplies, REMS medications and equipment;
• Reviews emails and responds or refers as appropriate;
• Fully understands and strictly complies with HIPAA regulations, 42 CFR, and OSHA guidelines, and maintains compliance with OARs for Behavioral Health and AMC clinics;
• Assists with procedures, treatments, and rooming for the clinic as needed;
• Transcribes provider orders into Electronic Health Record as needed;
• Communicates with families and treatment teams regarding medication or treatment changes as appropriate;
• Provides other competencies as directed by supervisors within the scope of training;
• Maintains a collaborative working relationship with staff;
• Is flexible with duties and requirements of job as they evolve;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Performs work in alignment with Best Care’s mission, vision, values;
• Supports the organization’s commitment to by fostering a culture of inclusivity, open-mindedness, equity, cultural awareness, compassion, and respect for all individuals;
• Strives to meet Program/Department goals and supports the organization’s strategic goals;
• Adheres to the organization’s Code of Conduct, Business Ethics, Employee Handbook, and all other relevant policies, procedures, and other compliance needs;
• Understands and maintains professionalism and confidentiality per HIPAA, 42 CFR, and Oregon Statutes;
• Attends required program/staff meetings and completes assigned training timely and satisfactorily;
• Ensures that any required certifications and/or licenses are kept current and renewed timely;
• Works independently as well as participates as a positive, collaborative team member;
• Performs other duties as needed.

• Demonstrated ability to perform treatments and provide services to the level of education/licensure/certification and within their approved scope of practice;
• Is emotionally and physically stable to work with the clientele, model self-care skills, and assist the patient/client in meeting their goals;
• Proven success in collaborating with co-workers and a multi-disciplinary team to provide and advocate for excellent patient care.
• Proficiency in MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook), EHR databases, virtual meeting platforms, internet, and ability to learn new or updated software;
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills;
• Strong communication…