Bucksport Regional Health Center
Location
Bucksport, Maine
The Medical Assistant supports the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) program by providing clinical assistance to providers and ensuring efficient patient flow. Responsibilities include performing clinical tasks like vitals collection and drug screening, maintaining accurate documentation, and coordinating patient care activities.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a recognized certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant program. At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant is preferred, along with strong communication skills and the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
Description The Behavioral Health Medical Assistant (MA) – MAT Program supports the delivery of integrated behavioral health and medical services for patients receiving Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT). This role provides clinical support to providers, coordinates MAT-specific workflows and promotes patient engagement and adherence within established protocols.
The MA functions as part of a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for ensuring efficient patient flow, accurate documentation, timely follow-up, and adherence to clinical, regulatory, and organizational standards.
This is a part-time position requiring a flexible schedule to support program needs. Includes evening coverage two (2) nights per week to support MAT group services May include a combination of daytime clinical hours and evening group support Schedule to be determined based on operational needs of the MAT program
This role does not provide clinical counseling, case management, or independent treatment planning, but supports care delivery under the direction of licensed providers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Prepares treatment rooms and ensure readiness for MAT and behavioral health visits Greets and escorts patient to treatment room, updates medical history, takes vitals and records relevant health/treatment updates for clinician review 2. Assist providers with examinations and MAT-related care 3. Perform CLIA-waived testing (e.g., urine drug screens) in accordance with protocols 4. Monitor and maintain medical equipment and supply inventory 5. Communicates with patients via telephone and other means to confirm appointments, provide information, etc. 6. Support daily MAT operations, including monitoring patient flow and provider schedules to ensure positive patient experiences. 7. Prepare charts and documentation for MAT visits, ensuring completeness and accuracy 8. Track required elements of MAT care (e.g., urine drug screens, follow-up visits) and flag gaps per protocol 9. Coordinate MAT-related activities using approved systems (e.g., EMR, telehealth platforms) 10. Provides patient education as appropriate to the situation. 11. Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols. 12. Actively communicates with MAT patients including outreach, support, and case management services as directed by providers. 13. Coordinates activities via Zoom or other programs as necessary for the MAT program. 14. Adhere to all organizational policies, including HIPAA, infection control, and safety protocols 15. Support compliance with MAT program requirements, HRSA standards, and applicable regulations 16. Participate in team huddles and care coordination activities as assigned 17. Maintain effective communication with multidisciplinary team members 18. Support a patient-centered, trauma-informed care environment 19. Provides back-up support to the Behavioral Health Integration Team (scheduling/MAT coverage)
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, including operation of a standard computer keyboard; reach with hands and arms and talk, see and hear; prolonged standing is required. Eye hand coordination and manual dexterity required. The employee must regularly lift/move up to 25 pounds, including assisting with moving patients, as well as bend, stoop, stretch or crouch. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
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