ACT Medical Assistant (25-172)

Kent County CMH Authority•Grand Rapids, MI

10d•$17 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Medical Assistant responsible for direct service to clients in the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program. ACT is a team-oriented, evidence based program that serves adults experiencing severe and persistent mental illness. This position is 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. There are no weekend, on call, or holiday requirements for this position. This assignment is in person at 1131 Ionia Ave NW Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. Some travel in the community may be required.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Completion of a Medical Assistant certificate program from an accredited Medical Assistant program
Current valid CPR certification, or obtain within 6 months of hire
Education or training in the basics of medical terminology
Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, database management and e-mail
Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders valued
Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and skills and capabilities of bridging language/cultural barriers to Network180 services within diverse communities

Nice To Haves

CMA certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants or the RMA certification through American Medical Technologists preferred
Strong understanding of services for individuals experiencing psychiatric and substance concerns, and a strong recovery philosophy, preferred
One year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting, preferred
Experience working with an Electronic Health Record, preferred

Benefits

Four health insurance plans
100% employer paid dental and vision insurance plans
13 paid holidays
Generous PTO
Professional development
Tuition reimbursement
Professional License reimbursement
Defined contribution retirement plan
Employee Assistance program
Life and voluntary life insurance options
Short and Long term disability
Approved site for loan forgiveness (based on position and department): NHSC, STAR Loan Repayment, Behavioral Health Loan Repayment, MI Kids Now Loan Repayment and much more!