Pacific Coast Psychiatric As Hiring for Medical Assistant (Psychiatry) Job at Remote Full Time

Clinical Services Team

Medical Assistant

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LIFESTANCE OVERVIEW

LifeStance Health is a private equity-backed, behavioral health company focused on providing medically driven, evidenced-based treatment services for adolescents and adults suffering from mental health issues in a variety of settings. LifeStance is backed by TPG Capital and is pursuing an aggressive acquisition and de novo growth strategy to drive expansion.
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LifeStance is led by successful healthcare entrepreneurs, who among other things, started and scaled Accelecare Wound Centers, one of the nation’s largest providers of outpatient wound care services. Under their leadership and with the support of two leading private equity firms, LifeStance is acquiring and developing successful behavioral health practices across the United States and, in doing so, working to provide the best mental health care available.
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As part of this strategy, LifeStance seeks to identify and recruit ‘up-and-coming’ talent eager to join a growth stage company to work closely with an experienced team dedicated to providing the highest quality of care and compassion to individuals with mental health issues.
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Job Description:

We are seeking highly organized self-starters with excellent communication skills for our open Full-Time Medical Assistant position. We have a great opportunity for a results-oriented team player who can effectively and efficiently support the daily operations of our clinical department.
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Under the supervision of the Operations Manager, Medical Directors, and with the support of our Physicians and Nurse Practitioners, the Medical Assistant is responsible for clinical patient services and physician clinical support. The Medical Assistant works with a team to support the needs of the prescriber clinical team to perform administrative and clinical duties under the direction of the provider.
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Responsibilities:
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• Under the direct supervision of a physician, call, Escribe, email or fax in routine prescriptions per physician orders; accurately document in electronic medical record system and assist in electronic prescription refills.

• Utilize EHR for patient scheduling, charge slips and routine patient instructions.

• Assist in updating patient account information for accuracy, including but not limited to: contact, mailing and pharmacy information.

• Perform basic administrative, clerical, and technical supportive services.

• Complete and process miscellaneous forms as needed, including but not limited to: prior authorizations, insurance, and medication request forms.

• Retrieve phone messages, return phone calls, and chart documentation in a timely manner as needed.

• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the team lead, administration, or physicians.

• Train to work in additional areas as needed

• Conduct patient outreach, when indicated, to discuss screenings needs, clinical support, lab request, referrals, appointments, or any other need specified by the physician.

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Requirements:
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• Minimum two years’ experience working in a clinical setting maintaining documentation and office operations.

• Proficiency with EHR systems. Advanced MD (AMD) experience preferred.

• Ability to read and understand medical records.

• Basic medical terminology knowledge.

• Strong customer service and professional communication skills, both written and verbal, required.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.

• Proficient in Outlook, Excel, and Word.

• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential or sensitive issues in a responsible manner.

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Education/Certifications/Licenses:
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• Medical Assistant (MA) Certification

• Medical Assistant Diploma

Benefits:
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LifeStance offers the full scope of benefits, a competitive compensation package and opportunities for professional growth. Employee benefits include but are not limited to:
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• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

• Matching 401k

• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

If you want to work with a great group of people, we invite you to join us in promoting the mental health of our communities.
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LifeStance is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and resume.
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 – $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
Vaccination required for in-office positions.

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
• Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Medical Assistant (Required)

Work Location: Remote