Certified Medical Assistant (Comal County MH Center)

Who we are and what you'll do:

At Hill Country Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Center our vision is to empower people, foster hope,
support choice, and celebrate success.

Help us help others:

We are searching for a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) who will support physicians and nurse practitioners by collecting vital signs, documenting medical histories, and detailing individual’s physical and mental status and needs.  The CMA will coordinate and maintain medical, discharge, and authorization records while maintaining HIPPA compliance and confidentiality.  This compassionate, caring, and supportive team member will connect with individuals to provide optimum healthcare and contribute to the overall wellbeing of members of the community living with mental health challenges.     

You will get to:

• Assist with prescription refills and prior authorizations to ensure medications are provided.
• Administer medication injections.
• Monitor self-administration of medication.
• Maintain inventory of medications and medical supplies.
• Write and document articulately while using correct grammar so that documentation is clear and valuable.
• Maintain compliance with all security and infectious control measures.
• Educate and instruct individuals served.

More Specifics:

You’ll definitely need:

• High school diploma, GED, or competency test with 3 letters of recommendation.
• To complete and maintain both CPR certification and Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behavior training.
• Have graduated from an approved school for Medical Assistants
• A Valid National Certification for Medical Assistant (NCMS) to practice in the State of Texas.
• To maintain a valid Texas State Driver’s License.
• To have current automobile insurance and the ability to travel to individuals when necessary

We’ll also want you to:

• Employ excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage with team and individuals in care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Sustain a calm demeanor when under pressure to handle sometimes difficult situations.
• Provide exemplary customer service and care to individuals with their best interest at heart.
• Complete and maintain both CPR certification and Prevention and Management of Aggressive Behavior training.

We’re excited to provide:

• PPO health insurance plan with option to add dependents.
• PPO dental plans and vision insurance options for healthy teeth and eyes.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• 401(a) plan, employer matches your contributions dollar for dollar up to 8% of your salary.  You are 100% vested after 3 years of service.
• 457/403(b) plan, employees are immediately eligible to contribute pre-tax earnings.
• Generous paid time off for fun and vacations and paid sick time for when you’re under the weather.
• Authentic and caring environment where folks care about each other. 

We can pay you:

$17.64 - $20.02 per hour with benefits plus good karma for doing good in the world.