Medical Assistant (26-89)

Kent County CMH Authority; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

Professional development

Tuition reimbursement

License reimbursement

Retirement plan

Employee Assistance program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

Network180’s Willow Clinic in Grand Rapids (Psychiatric Services - Outpatient) seeks a Medical Assistant for direct client services. The position is 40 hours weekly, Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:30 pm, in-person at 790 Fuller Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. No weekends, on-call, or holiday requirements.

The role requires MA certification, ground in medical terminology, CPR/BLS, and strong computer skills. Equal opportunity employer with robust benefits and loan forgiveness eligibility.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant certificate program from an accredited MA program.
• At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting; or successful completion of MA externship with Network180.
• Current CPR certification or obtain within six months; BLS certification required within one year.
• Education or training in the basics of medical terminology.
• Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, database management and e-mail.
• Ability to bridge language/cultural barriers to services in diverse communities.

Skills

CPR certification

BLS certification

Computer skills

Multicultural environment

Education

High School diploma

Medical Assistant certificate program

Medical terminology training

Tools

Electronic Health Record

Job description

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Medical Assistant (26-89)

Position: Medical Assistant

Req.# : 26-89

FTE : Full-time, Non-Exempt

Unit : UAW

Department/Location : Psychiatric Services - Outpatient

Compensation: $19.34 - $25.64. The Final job offer is based on several factors (internal equity, skills, education, experience, and credentials).

Attractive Benefits Package : Four health insurance plans | 100% employer paid dental and vision insurance plans | 13 paid holidays | Generous PTO | Professional development | Tuition reimbursement |Professional License reimbursement | Defined contribution retirement plan| Employee Assistance program | Life and voluntary life insurance options | Short and Long term disability | Approved site for loan forgiveness (based on position and department): NHSC, STAR Loan Repayment, Behavioral Health Loan Repayment, MI Kids Now Loan Repayment and much more!

Network180 employees make a difference in people’s lives every day, making our community a better place to live. We are the behavioral health community organization responsible for the delivery of mental health, substance abuse treatment coordination, and developmental disabilities services for Kent County. We need individuals who are passionate about making a difference by helping others.

We are seeking a Medical Assistant responsible for direct service to clients in one of our Psychiatric Services Clinics. Network180’s Willow Clinic is medication management clinic that serves both adults and children with mental illness and substance use disorder needs.

This position is 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. There are no weekends, on call, or holiday requirements for this position. This assignment is in person at 790 Fuller Ave NE Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant certificate program from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting; or successful completion of MA externship with Network180.
• Current CPR certification or obtain within six (6) months of hire; BLS certification required within one (1) year of hire.
• Education or training in the basics of medical terminology.
• Computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, database management and e-mail.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment and skills and capabilities of bridging language/cultural barriers to Network180 services within diverse communities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• CMA certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants or RMA certification through American Medical Technologists.
• Strong understanding of services for psychiatric and substance disordered consumers, and a strong recovery philosophy.
• Experience working with an Electronic Health Record.
• Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders valued.

Job interviews are being conducted in person or via the internet. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed on the job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. For a detailed job description and responsibilities please review the job description. Network180 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Network180 participates in E-Verify.

Network180 is a drug and alcohol-free workplace, which includes the prohibition of medical and recreational marijuana use. Successful completion of a drug screen is part of our background check process.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Assistance with the application process may be requested through the Human Resources Department at 616 336-3909 or [e-mail].

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.