Behavioral Health MA - Patient Care & Teamwork

PeaceHealth; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

403b retirement plan with match

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Education reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health for a Full Time role. The position supports clinicians in delivering patient care, documenting visits, and coordinating care within a behavioral health setting.

The role requires MA certification and relevant clinical training. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking vital signs, preparing injections, and assisting with scheduling and MOS.

Qualifications

• Accredited Medical Assistant program completed.
• MA or MOA certification path with eligibility considered.
• Apprenticeship in Medical Assistant acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians/providers in patient care per scope of practice.
• Prepare exam rooms, assist with procedures and anesthesia interviews.
• Record patient history and vital signs; maintain patient records.
• Schedule tests and follow-up appointments; coordinate referrals when needed.
• Collect samples and transport specimens as required; assist with wound care.

Skills

Medical terminology

Patient communication

Electronic Medical Records

Vital signs assessment

Team collaboration

Anatomy basics

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

MOA certification eligibility

MA apprenticeship

Tools

EPIC EMR

Office suite

Phone triage tools

Job description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health for a Full Time role. The position supports clinicians in delivering patient care, documenting visits, and coordinating care within a behavioral health setting.

The role requires MA certification and relevant clinical training. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking vital signs, preparing injections, and assisting with scheduling and MOS.