relief mental healthChicago, IL
Mental Health Clinical Assistant - Lakeview
Clinical Assistant Relief Mental Health was founded in February of 2020. Within these 6 years we have expanded to 12 new offices across Illinois, Wisconsin, Colorado, and New Jersey. We aim to create a new standard for mental health care, offering a continuum of innovative therapeutic interventions and responding to evolving patient needs. The clinical assistant will be working closely with the Mental Health Provider to perform basic skills such as vital signs and point of care testing (urine drug screens and pregnancy tests) and other patient care. The ideal candidate is a compassionate person who pays attention to detail and is eager to assist patients and families. This position would require the ability to work until 8pm when needed.
Responsibilities:
- Greet and assist visitors and patients when they arrive at the office
- Review all patient paperwork and mental health assessments
- Assist with phone calls from patients
Coordinate the daily administrative activities, including but not limited to scheduling, entering patient data in the EHR system, patient check-in and check-out, rooming patients, patient medical record maintenance, etc.
Preparation and upkeep of exam and treatment rooms
Obtain and record patient medical histories, test results, and other information for medical records while maintaining strict confidentiality
Assist providers with performing basic vital signs and point of care testing (urine drug screens and pregnancy tests) and other patient care
Train to administer TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) treatments
Assist providers with pharmacy calls regarding prescription questions and issues
Assist in prior authorizations for medications
Assist with printing and faxing documents
Follow office workflow procedures to ensure maximum efficiency
Deliver compassionate support, attention, and assistance to patients and families
Ensure compliance with all health care regulations, including HIPAASkillsPrevious experience with EHR systems - Kareo or Tebra is a plus
Previous experience with Google Drive
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and customer service skills
Extremely detail-oriented and organized
Qualifications:
- High School diploma, Medical Assistant Certification or equivalent experience.
- Familiarity with electronic medical health care record system preferred, not required.
- Physical Demands
- Ability to lift a minimum of 20 lbs - moving or assisting patient to bathrooms may be required
- Ability to stand for extended periods during shift
What We Offer:
- Competitive 401K plan
- Partnership with Lifetime Fitness
- Health Insurance (Medical, Dental and Vision)FSA and Dependent Care FSAShort Term Disability
- Tuition ReimbursementPTO
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Level
Mid
Location
Chicago, IL
Occupation
Medical Assistants
Industry
Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers
Posted
6 days ago