Certified Medical Assistant — Behavioral Health Support

Native American Mental Health Services Corporation; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Native American Mental Health Services Corporation in Redding, CA seeks a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to support providers and ensure efficient clinical operations. You will perform direct patient care, administer injections, assist with administrative tasks, and maintain accurate EHR documentation.

The ideal candidate has CMA certification or is willing to obtain it within 90 days, plus recent outpatient/mental health experience.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred AA degree or equivalent; related experience may apply.
• CMA certification required or within 90 days of hire.
• BLS certification preferred and active.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care with psychiatrists and team; assist providers as requested.
• Check-in patients, record vitals, and document in the EHR.
• Give injections under supervision; process Rx requests and prior authorizations.
• Maintain medical records and generate letters per provider instruction.
• Conduct urine drug tests and other screenings as directed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient care

EHR proficiency

HIPAA compliance

Medical terminology

Education

GED

AA degree or equivalent

Tools

EHR software

Insurance verifications

Job description

Native American Mental Health Services Corporation in Redding, CA seeks a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to support providers and ensure efficient clinical operations. You will perform direct patient care, administer injections, assist with administrative tasks, and maintain accurate EHR documentation.

The ideal candidate has CMA certification or is willing to obtain it within 90 days, plus recent outpatient/mental health experience.