CODAC believes in saving lives by understanding the whole person. We tailor patient-centered, wrap-around care to meet our patients' needs. CODAC uses state-of-the-art addiction treatment and healthcare, along with compassionate counseling. We hold out hope for all who need help with addiction throughout Rhode Island.

CODAC has been the front runner in addiction treatment in Rhode Island for over 4 decades. We have 9 locations in two states (RI and MA). CODAC supports its employees' career growth by providing education and training in the latest treatment modalities and in sponsoring licensure. We execute innovative programs and offer ongoing opportunities for career development in a variety of employment areas. We inspire employees in personal achievement.

As a non-profit organization, CODAC's benefits package includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, a 403b retirement plan, and some tuition reimbursement. Additional benefits include three weeks paid vacation, ten paid holidays, four personal days, earned wellness days annually, and eligibility for student loan forgiveness.

CODAC believes in its team. We welcome you to become a partner in CODAC's vision

Effective October 1, 2021 , in accordance with the Rhode Island Department of Health , all CODAC employees working in the clinics must be fully vaccinated for SARS CoV2 (COVID-19).

Locations: Newport Mental Health and South County

PURPOSE: TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO PHYSICIANS AND CARE TO PATIENTS

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Arrange and book all annual physical appointments as needed

* Assist the physician during all physicals and admissions

* Be responsible for phlebotomy, urine collection, vital signs and tb testing and maintain associated documentation

* Be responsible for vaccinations as indicated and maintain associated documentation

* Complete all documentation accurately and in a timely manner

* Assist with putting patients on "hold" for lab reviews, ppd evaluations, scheduling, and vaccinations

* Collect and collate all lab work for review by physician

* Gather charts that require MD signatures for review by physician on "doctor days"

* Maintain exam room and medical clinic area and restock as needed

* Weekly inventory at each site, order and restock as needed

* Quarterly check of First Aid kit, document on checklist, and maintain inventory of First Aid kit at each site

* File medical paperwork and patients charts weekly

* Provide patients with referrals as requested by medical staff

* Maintain daily refrigerator temperature logs

* Maintain vaccination logs as required by Dept. of Health

* Fax temperature logs and vaccination logs to Dept. of Health monthly

* Provide supervision to CMA interns under the direction of the Director of Nursing and Healthcare Services

* Document all services, in the patient record, to reflect Health Home Services

* Obtain and sustain Motivational Interviewing proficiency

* Participate in Quality Improvement activities

* Perform other duties as requested by nursing staff, program staff, and supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS: Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program One year experience in a clinic setting preferred

Codac Behavioral Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: In person