• Medical Assistant - Addiction Crisis Center

    FLACRA (Clifton Springs, NY)


    Medical Assistant - Addiction Crisis Center

     

    FLACRA Clifton Springs, NY (Onsite) Full-Time

     

    $19.00 - $21.00/Hour

    Job Details

    Job Summary:

    In accordance with the organization’s mission, vision, and values, the Medical Assistant is responsible for operating as a team member and provide support services to the medical team that assist in meeting the medical and psychiatric needs of our clients.

    Applicants must be available to work:

    + Thursday through Monday, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM

    + Sunday - Thursday, 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM

    Must Have Qualifications & Skills:

    + High School Diploma or GED equivalent

    + Valid NYS Drivers’ License

    + 1 yearexperiencein the medical field

    + Excellent written & verbal communication skill

    + Ability to multi-task

    + Demonstrates composure in challenging situations

    + Ability to remain calm in a crisis

    Nice to HaveQualifications:

    + Associates Degree or higher

    + 3+ years experience working in an a Medical Office / Setting

    + Experience in Behavioral Health

    Job Requirements:

    Duties:

    1. Obtaining vital signs from patients

    2. Assisting with patient searches.

    3. Observing and processing urine drug screens.

    4. Observe clients after medication administration.

    5. If certification requirements are met, entering requisitions and completing bloodwork.

    6. Assist with cleaning and preparing client rooms.

    7. Follow infection control principles and cleaning guidelines.

    8. Assists with the following responsibilities: screening, intake, orientation, referral, counseling, crisis intervention and response, patient education, case management, reporting and record-keeping, and consultation with other professionals.

    9. Responsible for carrying out treatment planning in milieu.

    10. Assists in providing therapeutic interventions to foster clients’ social, cognitive, and behavioral skill development.

    11. Provide transportation for clients to and from treatment-related appointments or community activities.

    12. Report to nursing staff any changes noted in any of clients’ medical conditions, mental status or behavior and then document it on the appropriate paperwork when requested.

    13. Assist clients in addressing issues and challenges by role-modeling appropriate responses.

    14. Assist in teaching the clients about personal care, household chores, daily living, community resources and safety awareness.

    15. Interface with community support systems, agencies and families

    16. Participate in general, staff, in-service and supervisory meetings held by the Agency.

    17. Actively participate with the program team in completing proper daily maintenance of living areas including cleaning and maintaining an orderly environment. Assist with light cleaning.

    18. Complete the shift checklist of designated tasks (for evening and overnight shift assignments).

    19. Support client in goal attainment.

    20. Esurance of safety and security of all clients, staff and facilities.

    21. Perform other duties and functions as directed.

    About Us:

    Finger Lakes Area Counseling and Recovery Agency (FLACRA) is a growing, not-for-profit behavioral health and substance abuse treatment provider with decades of experience and multiple innovative program located throughout the Finger Lakes Region. Our services include outpatient, residential, crisis center, vocational, housing and youth services. We pride ourselves on being committed to the professional development of all our staff and if that is important to you, we invite you to choose FLACRA!

     

    FLACRA is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. We are dedicated to creating an employee-centered work culture, where all individuals feel valued and respected. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join our team of professionals, who are dedicated to our community’s recovery & mental health care needs.

     

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    Salary Details

     

    This salary was provided in the Job Posting.

     

    $19-$21

     

    Hourly Salary

     

    Job Snapshot

     

    Employee Type Full-Time

     

    Location Clifton Springs, NY (Onsite)

     

    Job Type Health Care, Nonprofit - Social Services

     

    Experience Not Specified

     

    Date Posted 09/09/2025