Medical Assistant- DETOX NOC Shift
Company: Clare-Matrix
Location: Santa Monica
Posted on: February 1, 2025
Job Description:
Are you in search of a role that provides opportunity for
growth, and encourages career advancement? Do you want to save
lives and have a positive influence on the community? Look no
further than CLARE-MATRIX!
Whether you work within the clinical arena, or the administrative
world. We all work toward our shared mission, and uphold the
CLARE-MATRIX values of:COMPASSION - TEAMWORK - INTEGRITY -
EMPOWERMENT - ADAPTABILITY - EQUALITY.
If your values align with ours--- JOIN US!
Why CLARE-MATRIX? CLARE-MATRIX is seeking bright and compassionate
leaders to help save lives through recovery! We are a nonprofit
organization providing effective and compassionate treatment,
recovery, and prevention services for alcoholism and substance
abuse to individuals, families, and the community. We offer an
engaging, mission-driven work environment with excellent benefits
and compensation. Work with dedicated colleagues in a dynamic
setting, utilizing innovative approaches to addiction recovery and
mental health treatment.We recognize our staff as the heart of our
organization, and seek to provide a generous and competitive
benefit package to support our employees well-being. We offer the
following:
- Employer Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, and LTD
insurance
- Vacation and sick leave
- 11 Paid Holidays (including a birthday holiday)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan (may be eligible for employer matching
up to 6% after the 1st of the quarter after 90 days of
service)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Mentorship and formal training to help you grow
- Performance-based culture and endless opportunities for
growth
About CLARE-MATRIX: CLARE-MATRIX "C-M" is a nonprofit organization
providing effective and compassionate treatment, recovery, and
prevention services for alcoholism and substance use to
individuals, families, and the community. Since 1970 CLARE-MATRIX
has provided quality substance use and mental health treatment to
men, women, and youth in southern California. Through programs run
by a compassionate, committed, results-oriented team of counselors,
therapists, and administrators, CLARE-MATRIX continues to build its
reputation as a leader in evidence-based treatment practices and
continues to break new ground in the areas of positive outcomes,
outreach and community involvement. Headquartered in Santa Monica,
CA, CLARE-MATRIX maintains multiple facilities in the Southern
California region, providing services to participants in a manner
consistent with its Core Values: Compassion, Teamwork, Integrity,
Empowerment, Adaptability and Equality. The following is
representative of the duties, responsibilities and requirements of
the job, but is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
Summary:Under the supervision of a licensed healthcare
professional, with minimum latitude for independent judgement and
decision, the Medical Assistant - Detox Center ("DCMA") provides
critical support to the clinical team and treatment team by
assisting in the care of participants in a 24-hour detox rehab and
recovery facility. The DCMA will work to ensure that participant
care is administered safely and effectively as part of the
treatment program, adhering strictly to all legal and regulatory
requirements. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Participant Interaction: Greets participants and verifies
participant information by interviewing participant and recording
medical history. Takes participants vitals.
- HIPAA Compliance: Secures participant information and maintains
strict participant confidence by completing and safeguarding
medical records and ensuring participant information is kept
confidential.
- Medication Administration: Follow company's medication policy
for safely and accuracy to administer medications to participants
as prescribed, following all regulations and protocols.
- Documentation: Utilizing the EHR, "MyEvolv", properly and
correctly document all care notes and administration accurately and
promptly in the participant's medical record, maintaining
compliance with municipal, state and federal regulations and
maintaining accurate and complete proper documentation for all
participant encounters.
- Participant Monitoring: Observe participants for changes in
condition including but not limited to adverse reactions to
medications. May take vitals and COWS/CIWA as assigned. Observes
signs of behavioral health crises, reporting findings to the
nursing or clinical team.
- Medication Inventory Management: May monitor medication stock
levels, medication inventory, organize medication storage, and
report low stock or discrepancies to supervisors.
- Medication Refills: May monitor medication levels and place
orders for refills, as required.
- Communication: Collaborate with nurses, therapists, and other
healthcare providers to communicate participant changes, needs,
updates, and progress. Respond to staff and participants in a
professional and courteous manner.
- Safety and Emergencies: Follow all safety rules, regulations
and infection control procedures, ensuring a clean, safe, and
supportive environment for participants. Respond appropriately to
emergencies including following policy and procedure for contacting
appropriate staff and supervisor(s) professionally and calmly
interacting with police, fire, and medical personnel.
- Professional Behavior - Strictly maintain professional
boundaries following established limits and guidelines for
appropriate behavior with participants, ensuring a safe and ethical
environment by clearly separating the professional role from
personal interactions, and protecting the client's privacy and
dignity. Boundaries typically include parameters like personal
disclosure limits, physical touch restrictions, and clear
communication about the professional nature of the
relationship.
- Education and Training: Participate in ongoing training, team
meetings, and certifications to maintain eligibility for the role,
current knowledge in medication administration and best practices
for a rehab and recovery setting. Teamwork and Collaboration
- Collaborate with cross-functional, and multidisciplinary teams
including, but not limited to Department Heads, Counselors,
therapists, case managers, and medical professionals to ensure
comprehensive participant care.
- Participate in staff meetings, one-on-one meetings with
supervisor(s), and other meetings as required.
- Participate in in-service training, and continuing education to
maintain eligibility for the role. Maximize learning opportunities
by remaining receptive to constructive feedback and utilizing
support available from your supervisor and others.
- Maintain a good knowledge and understanding of CLARE-MATRIX's
mission, vision, & philosophy.
- Contribute to a healthy work environment by cultivating and
maintaining appropriate boundaries and a professional demeanor at
all times.
- Communicate on a direct and timely basis about needs and
problems as they arise.
- Ensure health and safety regulations are upheld to CLARE-MATRIX
standards.
- Ensure standards of conduct are upheld to CLARE-MATRIX
standards.
- Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
- Must have a diploma from an accredited school or college with
the designation of "Medical Assistant" or be State Board Certified
as a Medical Assistant.
- If applicable, you must have achieved sobriety of at least one
year.
- Must have current CPR and First Aid certification or obtain
within 30 days from hire date.
- Must complete all pre-employment requirements including a
Livescan and physical prior to hire date.
- Must complete all Learning Management System "LMS" assignments
by 30 days of employment.
- Must have reliable transportation, possess and maintain a valid
California Drivers' License with proof of valid automobile
insurance and maintain a safe driving record. Knowledge, Experience
and Skills:
- Experience in a rehabilitation or recovery center setting
preferred. Experience in a behavioral health setting is also
appropriate.
- Appropriate sensitivity, genuine compassion and empathy to work
well with diverse populations.
- Working knowledge and understanding of the clinical
environment.
- Self-starter with the ability to independently drive projects
forward, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- The ability to think outside the box, look for opportunities,
see the big picture, problem solve, and be flexible and
adaptable.
- Sound judgement and discernment.
- Advanced verbal and written communication and interpersonal
skills, including social and presentation skills.
- A commitment to, and a passion for, the mission, vision and
values of CLARE-MATRIX.
- Effective computer skills, especially Microsoft Office
Suite.
- Organized and detail oriented.
- Effective time management, verbal, and written skills.
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative teamwork abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Sound judgement and discernment. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion &
Equal Employment Opportunity at CLARE-MATRIX: CLARE-MATRIX is
committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of any
protected characteristic, including race, color, genetic
information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien
status, ancestry, age, marital status, or protected veteran status
and any other protected status and will not discriminate against
anyone on the basis of a disability. We support an inclusive
workplace where associates excel based on personal merit,
qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. No
qualified applicant will be denied employment sole on the basis of
having or not having a prior history of alcoholism or other drug
addiction.
Compensation details: 21-24 Hourly Wage
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Keywords: Clare-Matrix, Santa Monica , Medical Assistant- DETOX NOC Shift, Healthcare , Santa Monica, California
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