Medical Assistant - HCRR

About the role

Southern Live Oak Wellness and Hidden Creek are seeking a dependable and compassionate Medical Assistant to join their medical team at their Dunwoody and Tallapoosa locations. The Medical Assistant plays an important role in supporting the day-to-day medical needs of their clients and working closely with nurses, providers, and other members of the treatment team.

Essential Responsibilities

• Obtain and document client vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, respirations, oxygen saturation, and weight
• Absorb and collect medical histories and other pertinent health information
• Support medical providers and nursing staff with routine clinical procedures and patient care
• Absorb and perform medication-related duties and other clinical responsibilities within the scope of training, certification, and organizational policy
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential medical records and documentation
• Absorb and perform laboratory testing, specimen collection, and other medical procedures as assigned
• Prepare examination and treatment areas and maintain appropriate medical supplies and equipment
• Monitor medical supplies and communicate inventory needs to the appropriate team member
• Follow infection-control procedures, universal precautions, and applicable safety standards
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and follow established emergency procedures
• Work collaboratively with nurses, physicians, therapists, behavioral health staff, and other members of the treatment team
• Protect client confidentiality and maintain compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies
• Provide respectful, professional, and client-centered care at all times
• Perform other duties related to the medical assistant role as assigned

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program is preferred
• Certification as a Medical Assistant is preferred or required based on the responsibilities of the position and applicable requirements
• At least 1 year of Medical Assistant or related clinical healthcare experience is preferred
• Experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, residential treatment, psychiatric, or co-occurring treatment is a plus
• A current CPR/BLS certification is required
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills are required
• The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team is required
• The ability to recognize changes in a client's medical condition and appropriately escalate concerns is required
• The ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality is required
• Comfortable working with individuals who may have complex medical, behavioral health, or substance use needs is required
• The ability to remain calm and professional in stressful or fast-paced situations is required
• The ability to successfully meet all applicable background screening and employment requirements is required

Preferred Experience

• Candidates with experience in any of the following environments are encouraged to apply: Behavioral health, Substance use treatment, Residential treatment, Psychiatric healthcare, Primary care, Urgent care, Hospital or outpatient medical settings, Detoxification or recovery settings, Co-occurring mental health and substance use treatment

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is reliable, compassionate, clinically confident, and team-oriented. They should be comfortable interacting directly with clients while also understanding the importance of accurate documentation, communication, and following established medical protocols. Experience in behavioral health is valuable, but we are willing to consider strong Medical Assistants from other healthcare settings who are eager to learn and contribute to a multidisciplinary treatment environment.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance