See the Impact of Your Work Through Patient Progression & Recovery

If you're a Certified Medical Assistant and are interested in delivering outstanding direct patient care at a lovely residential, resort-style treatment center located in the Moorpark area, this role offers you some compelling opportunities. You will:

• Make a difference as you support adults struggling with addiction, eating disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders. 
• If you like to see the value you add, you'll love it here. From week to week, you will see a difference in your patients and how you've guided their progression, healing and recovery.
• Meet amazing people from all over and support their recovery success. It can be rewarding and inspiring work.
• Earn competitive pay and benefits while working in a beautiful, serene setting. Benefits include PTO, a variety of insurances (health, dental, vision, life & long-term disability), a 401(k) with company match, career growth opportunities, and perks such as free chef-prepared lunches, coffee and snacks.

A typical day is from 8 am to 5 pm. Starting pay is $25 to $28 per hour depending on experience.

The Meadowglade is a rehabilitation center specializing in mental health and eating disorders and fosters an environment of restorative healing. Our individualized approach to therapy ranges from evidence-based treatment methods like EMDR psychotherapy to creative music and art therapies. The Meadowglade is part of Centered Health, which operates a diverse network of behavioral health treatment centers ensuring that clients receive individualized comprehensive care in the most appropriate setting. Our goal is to value the skills each person brings to the team and provide an environment that embraces diversity and rewards imagination and service delivery.

Pictured: You'll work at Meadowglade's residential facility. Our supportive home lifestyle and clinical treatment are geared towards a healthy transition into daily life and work, with healthy family and peer relationships.

To be a good fit for the Certified Medical Assistant, opportunity, you will have:

• Completed an accredited medical assistant program and a supervised healthcare externship. Quick question for you - click here
• Possess Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or equivalent certifying agency.
• Minimum of one year of prior experience in a medical assisting role with administrative duties or a similar healthcare position.
• Familiarity with Medical Assisted Treatment.
• A valid California driver’s license and the ability to pass and maintain a clean driving record check (MVR) in accordance with our company standards are required.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification. Quick question for you - click here
• Preferred experience in a mental health treatment setting.
• Knowledge of and experience with KIPU is advantageous.
• Outstanding time management skills to balance patient care and complete required daily SOAP notes.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Those who thrive here are passionate about their work, care about their patients, and are team players able to work effectively with other members of the care team.   

Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role.

Pictured: The Meadowglade house offers beautiful accommodations and a warm and welcoming environment.

Reporting to the Executive Director, as a Certified Medical Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting client treatment and recovery through proficient and empathetic medical services, meticulous medication oversight, and effective records management.

Daily, you will be responsible for checking in with each client and doing a SOAP note. You will manage their medications, work with the pharmacy on medication deliveries, schedule lab work, and more. Specifically, you will:"

• Complete daily SOAP note and ensure records are maintained in accordance with standards of facility and state regulations. 
• Observe clients, charting and reporting changes in clients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment and taking any necessary action. 
• ​Observe clients self-administering prescribed medication and document appropriately. 
• Communicate with IMS physician and other outside physicians where outside referrals may be indicated. 
• Work with physician and pharmacy to ensure medical/nursing/medication concerns are reported and problems resolved. 
• Input Doctor's Orders and Medication Protocols in EMR.
• Schedule clients' appointments with the psychiatrist, Dietician, EMDR therapist, etc., send the zoom link to the 3rd party and ensure the client is in the room ready for the appointment at the designated time. 
• Provide training and supervision of clients to support non-clinical staff as it relates to detox and medication protocols. 
• Measure and record clients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration. 
• Perform inventory check and maintenance of nursing supplies and OTC medication supplies. 
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA regulations and CARF standards. 
• Fully understand and maintain policies & procedures regarding professional ethics, confidentiality, and healthy boundaries. 
• Fully understand our medication management policy and infection control protocol. 

This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Pictured: Here at The Meadowglade, we understand that diet, emotional health, mental health, and physical health are all interrelated. Balanced nutritious and healthy meals are paramount in order to maintain and sustain rehabilitation and long-term healing.