Description
Do you want to help improve the lives of at-risk youth in your community?
Do you want to join a team of people who are hard-working and want to help others?
Do you want to build a career, while making a difference in the world?
If this sounds like you, let’s talk! We’re hiring a Medical Assistant at Arkansas Juvenile Assessment and Treatment Center in Alexander, AR an affiliate of Rite of Passage. Our employees are dedicated and passionate individuals that are committed to inspiring positive change in the lives of youth. Joining our team is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to create a meaningful career with a company driven by its powerful mission to make a difference.
Rite of Passage is a leading national provider of programs and opportunities for troubled and at-risk youth from social services, welfare agencies and juvenile courts. With an emphasis on evidence-based practices and positive skill development, combined with our supportive and therapeutic approach, our organization is respected by industry experts as a highly effective solution for our youth. Since 1984, over 25,000 youths have entered and completed our programs. ROP has built its reputation on running life-changing educational treatment programs that positively contribute to the community.
What you’ll do:
The Medical Assistant coordinates the flow of students to be seen by the health care professionals and the scheduling of students to be seen by outside health care professionals. Conducts student medication administration. The Medical Assistant conducts student medical appointment transports when necessary. We are currently looking for someone able to work 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM, 4 days a week. Occasional weekend shift.
To be considered, you should:
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Have a high School diploma or equivalent and a Certification or Diploma for Medical Assistant.
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Possess a current State Driver’s License and have an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years.
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Be able to pass a criminal background clearance check, drug screen, physical and TB test.
The Perks:
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Eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (at 60 days for Hourly employees and 90 days for Salaried)
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Choice of Supplemental benefits, including Short Term Disability and increased Life Insurance.
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Eligible for 100% 401k match of up to 6% of your salary after 1 year of employment.
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Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues.
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9 Recognized Holidays
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Employee incentives including; On-The-Spot Bonuses, Rams Bucks, and Longevity Awards.
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Access to Employee Assistance Program (virtual therapy)
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Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months
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Leadership Development programs (LEAP & ASCEND)
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Free Meals on shift.
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Free Uniforms (Direct Care staff)
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Working Advantage Discount Program
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Fun Staff/Student events
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Growth opportunities nationwide – we have over 60 programs spanning across 18 states!
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The rewarding feeling of being part of a mission-driven organization that has been helping improve the lives of youth for 40 YEARS!
Apply today and help us make a difference!
Qualifications
Behaviors
Preferred
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Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
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Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
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Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Preferred
- Work-Life Balance: Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
Education
Required
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
Experience
Required
- Certification for Medical Assistant or Nurses Assistant required
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)