OVERVIEW OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Medical Assistant provides a variety of nursing and medical case management services to youth in a psychiatric residential treatment/subacute facility. The MA provides direct care, supervision, and behavior interventions to clients on assigned shifts. The position operates within established guidelines and/or legal requirements, this position description, Licensing, professional standards of medical practices, and Looking Glass policy. Ideal candidates must be able to work effectively as a member of an integrated team. They must communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing. We are looking for someone who has a level of cultural sensitivity and the ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education: Must be a Medical Assistant, licensed to provide services in Oregon.
2. Experience: Preference for candidates with experience in working with at-risk populations. An equivalent combination of experience and training that will demonstrate the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
3. Driver's License: Must have a driver's license that is valid in Oregon, have an acceptable driving record, and be insurable under the Agency's auto insurance policy.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

1. Assists in triaging and possibly providing medical care for all clients, ensuring that federal, state, and local health requirements are met.
2. Functions as a liaison between Looking Glass Community Services and the medical community and hospitals.
3. Assesses the medical needs of clients and provides patient care and referral as indicated.
4. Assist in coordinating the scheduling and transportation of clients for necessary medical appointments in the community.
5. Provides education and counseling to clients about health issues, and personal responsibility for health and hygiene.
6. Assists in coordinating sanitation services.
7. Ensures that community-based health care providers are prepared for the special needs of clients referred by Looking Glass by providing client specific information.
8. Maintains first aid kits, emergency, and medical supplies.
9. Performs related duties as assigned.