Program Name: Medical Services Unit

Works with the following population: Male and female individuals with a mental health diagnosis, developmental disabilities, and addictive diseases.

Location(s) this position will serve: Muscogee County, and occasionally the other 7 counties we serve.

Days & Time: This position will work 40 hours a week. Most programs work Monday through Friday, from 8am to 5pm, with a 1-hour break.

Pay: $39,428.41 per year

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision, the candidate will:

• Triage and room patients being seen for care. 
• Assist with completing prior authorizations for psychiatric treatment and services.
• Manage messages from patients and effectively communicate needs to their psychiatric team for resolution. 
• Monitor crisis patients being sent to crisis stabilization units.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements: 

High school diploma or GED. Must have CMA certification for at least 6 months. Must have 1 year of direct patient care experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with individuals with mental disabilities and/or addictive diseases.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. We are also unable to contact applicants who are not selected for a position. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by Human Resources to continue the hiring process. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.