Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health Clinic

TriState Health Career • Clarkston, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health MA assists physicians and other clinicians or therapists in the coordination of patient care for new and established patients. Responsibilities include patient flow management, documentation, as well as occasional vitals. The MA will act as a liaison between providers and patients. MA duties may include both front and back office.

Requirements

• High School graduate or GED equivalent
• Washington State Medical Assistant - Certified
• Current American Heart Association BLS/CPR, certification card on hire or within orientation period
• Minimum of one year of experience in a physician office, hospital or ambulatory care facility
• Pleasant personality and experience dealing with the public and patients with special needs
• Ability to work under pressure with a positive attitude
• Ability to organize information for quick retrieval
• Computer skills
• Medical terminology
• Experience with office assessments

Nice To Haves

• Behavioral health setting experience preferred
• Preference with experience in deescalating patients in crisis

Responsibilities

• Patient flow management
• Documentation
• Occasional vitals
• Act as a liaison between providers and patients
• May include both front and back office duties

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Retirement - 403(b) with matching contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance
• Flexible Health Spending Account and Dependent Care Spending Account
• Employee Wellness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED