Medical assistant

Welcome! Are you ready to begin a NewPath?

At NewPath, we do more to make a difference -more for each child, each client, and our community. Our dedicated team does what it takes, day and night, to get to the heart of every case and deliver the best care. Backed by a full breadth of services, we cater to each individual and answer to every need. We reach more ages with more experts for more results. Every program offers opportunity for change, every plan improves lives, and every person ignites hope, one success story at a time.

Make an Impact as a Medical Assistant!

The NewPath ChildFamily Solutions Medical Assistant plays an essential role by supporting the office of Central Medical Services. The Medical Assistant will work with clients to prepare them to see the primary provider, manage the daily operations such as answering phone calls/messages, review and document labs, administer injections, complete prior authorizations, and order necessary medical supplies.

Location: This is a full-time position located at our NewPath West Campus.

Schedule : Mon-Wed 8am-5pm; Thurs 8am-6pm; Fri 8am-1pm.

Company Perks: Quick Reference

• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Benefits Package Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Career Growth in an Inclusive Company Culture
• 401(k) (4% automatic employer contribution - no required match)
• Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Days
• Employee DiscountsPartner Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Paid Family/Paternal Leave
• Legal Benefits Services
• Clinical Counseling/Therapy Licensure Supervision Hours (Cost Covered)
• Board Licensure Exam Cost Covered (Therapy, Counseling, and Nursing)

What You Will Be Doing

• Obtain pertinent vital signs and interim history prior to appointments.
• Assure that all messages left for the clinic are checked in accordance with the expectation.
• Assist with obtaining all lab orders for clients as ordered by the prescriber.
• Maintain client charts.
• Administer IM injections to clients as directed by prescriber.
• Order medical supplies as necessary.
• Complete prior authorizations.
• Available to prescribers during medication management appointments to assist with patient care, record request, education, assessment and treatment if needed.
• Complete school administration forms for medication and acquire prescriber's signature.
• Work as a liaison between prescribers, pharmacies, hospitals, laboratories, school personnel, and NewPath staff.

What You Bring To The Table

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associates degree in related field preferred.
• Medical Assistant Certification required.
• 2-4 years experience working as a Medical Assistant required.
• Experience with a special population with mental health diagnoses strongly preferred.
• American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) Certified strongly preferred.
• Excellent Customer Service Experience.
• Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel, and computer-based systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good analytical, problem-solving skills, and the ability to remain calm and professional in crisis situation.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to pass a background check, have a valid driver's license and proof of current auto insurance with no DUI/OVI violations and no more than 5 points on your MVR.
• A clean criminal background check.

NewPath ChildFamily Solutions, an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability or have a special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting Human Resources at [email protected].