Behavioral Health Medical Assistant - Frontline Screenings

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care in Seattle, WA, is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support screening, injections, labs, and care coordination within a multidisciplinary care team.

You will complete full medical screening, draw labs, assist with injections including long-acting injectables, and help close the loop between clients, providers, and their care team. MA certification and CPR/BLS are required; phlebotomy certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program required.
• Current Medical Assistant certification and CPR/BLS certification required.
• Phlebotomy certification, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Complete full medical screening for every client.
• Draw labs per standing orders and assist with injection appointments including long-acting injectables (LAI).
• Flag results for RN review and support care coordination for PCP appointments.
• Conduct patient outreach including no-show follow-up, appointment reminders, and check-ins for clients not seen in 90 days.
• Support your provider and multi-disciplinary teams, including the potential for cross site support.
• Build collaborative relationships with clients facing substance use and psychiatric disorders.

Skills

Medical Assistant certification

CPR/BLS certification

Phlebotomy certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program

Job description

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care in Seattle, WA, is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support screening, injections, labs, and care coordination within a multidisciplinary care team.

You will complete full medical screening, draw labs, assist with injections including long-acting injectables, and help close the loop between clients, providers, and their care team. MA certification and CPR/BLS are required; phlebotomy certification is a plus.