Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist

About the role

Every day I get to engage with patients from every walk of life and help them on their way to sobriety. Some days are very stressful, but this is my dream job and I’m thankful to be a part of a company that truly cares about patient outcomes and changing lives. I love my job and look forward to coming to work every day.”

Who We Are

We are Ideal Option and we have been working on the front lines of the opioid epidemic since our first clinic opened in 2012. With more than 80 clinics across 9 states, we are growing and continuously strive to be the nation’s leading provider of low-barrier, evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorder. We value our patients and our employees! We are looking for a Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist to join our team and help us in our vision to give back lives, reunite families, and heal communities that are suffering from the devastating effects of substance use disorder.

Who You Are

A successful candidate in this position will be an experienced professional who is compassionate about quality patient care and delivering excellent customer service. They will have impeccable time management and computer skills, be non-judgmental, empathetic, and hold themself to high ethical standards. They will have the ability to communicate effectively with patients and adapt to individual needs is important.

Responsibilities

• Checks patients in for their appointments.
• Confirms and updates patient’s demographics.
• Obtains release of medical records from the patient.
• Collects co-pays from the patient and makes nightly deposits at the bank.
• Obtains vital signs and breathalyzers from the patient.
• Collects urine samples and prepares for laboratory testing.
• Witnesses patients for observed dosing and observed urine.
• Performs skin assessments.
• May draw patient blood samples.
• Maintains cleanliness of the clinic.
• Orders cleaning supplies as needed by the clinic.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED necessary. Proof of diploma or GED will be required.
• Maintain MA licensing through the state/agency (as applicable per state).
• Maintain BLS/CPR certification.
• CMA or National Certification preferred.

Pay

$19.85–$20.85 per hour

Schedule

Clinic operating hours are Monday–Friday 7:30 am–6:00 pm. Actual days will be confirmed upon offer and are dependent on business needs and subject to change.

Benefits

• A team environment that treats employees with respect and compassion.
• Open-door policy and transparency with leadership.
• Career advancement and pay increase opportunities—Medical Assistants can see their pay increase up to 17% in their first two years.
• Travel opportunities.
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability options.
• A 401(k) retirement program.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.