About this role
We are pleased to share an exciting opportunity at Terros Health for a Medication Technician ( Medical Assistant) .
Terros Health is a health care company focused on the whole person, providing primary care and specializing in mental health and substance use treatment for nearly 60 years. We help people live their lives in recovery and we save lives every day. Our vision is to provide extraordinary care by empowered people , achieving exceptional outcomes . We are guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment, with diversity woven throughout. Together, we are Inspiring Change for Life !
If you are interested in working for one of the State's Leading Integrated Healthcare Organizations that promotes Hope, Health, and Healing , we encourage you to apply!
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HOPE ~ HEALTH ~ HEALING
www.TerrosHealth.org (http://www.TerrosHealth.org)
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Medication Technician (Medical Assistant) Position in Glendale, AZ
Full-Time: 40 hours/week
Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm
Located Near Camelback / 51st Ave
Residential Treatment Center
Primary Care Experience is a Plus
NextGen Experience is a Plus
Must be 21 years of age
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EXCELLENT COMPENSATION:
$17.87-$21.50 / hour, depending on years of Medical Assistant experience
Additional Language Differential Pay Available : Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, Arabic, Farsi, Swahili or ASL:
$1/hour (Approximately $2,080 Annually)
Full Benefits Package, including 401K
Generous PTO/Sick Time (4+ weeks) Plus 1 Floating Holiday
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The Medication Technician:
- Performs duties in support of therapeutic services to an adult population composed of persons with substance-use disorders, SMI, dual-diagnoses and/or referred persons.
- Assists with medication practices that are focused on increasing the behavioral health recipient's medication independence, quality outcomes and are in compliance with licensure requirements;
- Assists behavioral health recipients in the self-administration of medications in accordance with policy and procedures
- Prepares documentation regarding behavioral health recipients in accordance with regulatory requirements and policies and procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, the documentation of behavioral health recipient self-administration of medication on MAR, electronic medical record or other specified forms
- Educates behavioral health recipients regarding the identification of medications, common benefits, side effects and adverse reactions or other related topics. Notifies appropriate parties of medication/physical health related concerns
- Reviews medication orders, transcribes and updates orders on MAR, coordinates with behavioral health recipient, prescriber clinics, PCP (Primary Care Physician) offices and pharmacies to maintain current accurate medication records and resolve discrepancies that may arise.
- Performs physical count of all schedule IL Ill and IV medications and maintains accurate and complete controlled drug records. Reports any discrepancies in controlled drug records to supervisor
- Assist behavioral health recipients with ordering, re-ordering, maintaining and storing supply of medications and/or medical supplies as required. Completes medication check-in and disposal records. Maintains cleanliness of medication work areas and disposes of hazardous material in appropriate containers
- Performs audits, inspections or other quality improvement activities related to medication self administration, problem identification and corrective actions
- Completes medication event notifications and Incident Reports if required, and submits to appropriate parties within required timelines
- Performs office tasks such as work orders, event notifications, Incident Reports, copying, faxing, logging mail and answering phones; receives and verifies logs, keys and cash
- Participates in clinical staff meetings, trainings and other activities as required
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Benefits & Wellness
We invest in the health, well-being, and success of our employees and their families by offering comprehensive benefits, wellness resources, and opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.
- Multiple medical plan options, including a no-premium plan for employees and their families
- Multiple dental plan options, including orthodontic coverage
- Vision insurance
- Group life and disability insurance
- Pet insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Interest-free medical line of credit
- Financial education, planning, and support resources
- Monetary company contribution toward eligible benefits
- Bilingual pay differential
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – 3 weeks off in the first year
- Paid Sick Time
- 10 paid holidays annually
- Comprehensive wellness program featuring wellness challenges, activities, and prizes
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available to employees and their family members
- Trip Reduction Program
- Ongoing professional growth and career development opportunities, including:
Scholarships
- Clinical supervision
- Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Tuition discounts through Grand Canyon University, University of Phoenix, and Northern Arizona University (NAU)
- Access to the Working Advantage Employee Discount Program, with savings on:
Gym memberships
- Car rentals
- Flights, hotels, movie tickets, and more
If interested, please apply on-line at www.terroshealth.org .
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Medical Assistant diploma from accredited medical assisting program OR specialized training/education in a medical related field.
- A High School Diploma/GED.
- Requires an Arizona DPS Class One Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Must have valid Arizona drivers license, be 21 years of age with minimum 3 years driving experience, and meet requirements of Terros Healths driving policy.
- Must be 21 years of age
- Background Check
- Must Pass a Drug Screen and TB Test