Medical Assistant | Behavioral Health Clinic | Part-Time

Logan Health•Whitefish, MT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Logan Health is seeking a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant for its Behavioral Health Clinic in Whitefish, Montana. This part-time role is scheduled for 25 hours per week and supports patient care, clinic flow, provider needs, and daily operations. The Medical Assistant helps provide a welcoming, respectful, confidential, and judgment-free experience for people receiving mental health services, working with behavioral health providers, nurses, and other clinical staff.

Requirements

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential through an accredited certifying organization, or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential through an accredited certifying organization.
RQI Provider (BLS) certification within seven days of hire or transfer, or before providing independent patient care, whichever comes first.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, and ability to prioritize effectively.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including compassionate interaction with patients experiencing emotional or behavioral health challenges.
Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Commitment to professionalism, patient confidentiality, and exceptional patient care.
Ability to demonstrate integrity, kindness, empathy, and sensitivity to individual patient needs.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn additional software systems as needed.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a medical practice setting.
Experience in behavioral health, mental health services, or a related healthcare setting.
Medical office experience and medical terminology training.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, basic laboratory values, pharmacology, infection control practices, and HIPAA requirements.

Responsibilities

Greet, room, and prepare patients for appointments, including obtaining medical histories and vital signs while maintaining a welcoming, confidential environment.
Assist behavioral health providers with patient care, examinations, and treatments while prioritizing patient comfort, dignity, and safety.
Collect laboratory specimens, perform competency-validated clinical tasks, and accurately document patient information in the electronic medical record.
Coordinate patient care activities, including referrals, prior authorizations, scheduling, and follow-up appointments.
Maintain exam rooms, equipment, and supplies and assist with patient calls and portal communications.