Administrative Assistant, Medical

MEDIKO:  Mission driven & committed to delivering high-quality medical care to the communities we serve. 

Our dedicated Healthcare Professionals find meaning, support and new opportunities to learn and grow their skills every day.  It’s what sets us apart from other healthcare industries and drives our success in the correctional healthcare space. 

Whether you are just graduating from nursing school or bringing years of experience to your new position at MEDIKO, you will benefit from our competitive compensation, commitment to safety and exposure to the diverse healthcare needs of the clients we serve.

If you’re ready to take on a role that will enrich your career and make a real impact to your community, we encourage you to APPLY TODAY to get the conversation started!

Here are the Details -

Position:    Administrative Assistant, Medical

Schedule: Monday - Friday, day shift

Location: Catawba County Detention Center

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and administer the day-to-day activities of the medical unit to include scheduling off-site medical appointments and follow-ups, scheduling transportation services, submitting request for purchases of office supplies, etc.,

• Perform administrative/clerical duties for the purpose of assisting the Health Services Administrator in the performance of their work and the efficient operation of the medical department

• Maintain records/files for the purpose of documenting and/or providing reliable information and compliance with all applicable laws, statutes, and policy requirements

• Submit completed Utilization Management documents to Corporate, maintaining the utilization log, maintaining all monthly logs on the unit

• Scan medical records into electronic medical in a timely manner

• Assist in the coordination and completion of special projects as necessary

• Respond to requests from medical staff as well as security staff when applicable

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Three (3) to five (5) years of administrative experience

• High School diploma or equivalent, college degree preferred

• Active CPR/BLS certificate required (American Heart Association/American Red Cross guideline approved)

Joining MEDIKO comes with perks to support you in your personal and professional journey: 

• Competitive Pay and MVP Bonus Program

• Benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family

• Preferred Pharmacy Network options

• MDLIVE virtual Provider telehealth options

• Wellness program

• Health Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Account options with company match

• Employer-paid Life Insurance Policy/AD&D, Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability coverage

• Optional Voluntary coverage for Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity plans

• Paid portion of Maternity Leaves

• Employee Assistance Program

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including 10 Holidays and flexible Floating Holidays

• Participation in the MEDIKO 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match