Medical Assistant - SSTAR

About Us

We’re more than just quality treatment for substance use disorders. We’re a total health community. At SSTAR, our mission is healing the community, one person at a time. We will provide a personal level of healthcare and addiction treatment that addresses the mental, physical, and spiritual well-being of everyone we touch. SSTAR is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) which affords our employees eligibility to apply for one of our three Loan Repayment Programs.

The Medical Assistant will provide clinical and administrative support to patients and staff in the Buprenorphine, Naltrexone and Methadone programs.

Benefits

• 403B
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance through Massachusetts PFML
• Employee discounts, cell phone, eyewear etc.
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Opportunities to earn CEU's
• Voluntary Benefits including but not limited to, Disability, Life, Critical Illness, Accident and Disability Insurances

Duties & Responsibilities

• The Medical Assistant is responsible for screening and consenting potential clients for MAT programs.
• Assist in the maintenance of patient flow including weight, height, vital signs, and patient preparation as needed.
• Schedule patients and participate in tracking of patients for follow up.
• Assist with admission of new clients, including supervised urine drug screens, urine pregnancy tests and interpreting tests including breath alcohol testing.
• Completing assessment paperwork and other required program paperwork.
• The Medical Assistant schedules random urines, pill counts, EKGs, and vital signs for clients under the direction of RN Case Mangers.
• Order urine drug screening tests.
• Participate in monthly MAT meetings.
• Complete prior authorizations for MAT medications. Utilize the MAT preferred program.
• Input office procedures, billing charges and other pertinent clinical information into EHR.
• Triage incoming phone calls. Assist with cancelling and scheduling appointments as needed.
• Submit application for PT-1 form via mass.gov website.
• The Medical Assistant assists with completion of all MAT related paperwork.
• Maintain adequate stocking of supplies.
• Disposes of biohazard waste daily.
• Ability to work some evening hours.
• Other duties as required.

Education & Experience

• Certified medical assistant in Massachusetts.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills, MS Word, Excel, and ability to use electronic medical records.
• Ability to work well with co-workers and supervisors.
• Willingness to learn new protocols and follow directions.
• Ability to perform CLIA waiver testing.
• Bilingual preferred.
• CPR Certified.

SSTAR is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against for any reason and all hiring decisions are made with an inclusive lens and free from bias with regards to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. As an equal opportunity employer, we are focused on empowering and uplifting the lives of our staff, our clients and those in the broader communities around us. We recognize that diverse perspectives and backgrounds enable the healthcare community to be strong. Not only will you be welcomed and embraced at SSTAR, but your unique thoughts and perspectives will be celebrated and valued.