Medical Assistant (26-89)

Network180 - Kent County Community Mental Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Network180 in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Medical Assistant for direct client service in our Psychiatric Services Clinics. Willow Clinic provides medication management for adults and youth with mental health and substance use needs.

This full-time, in-person position runs Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm at 790 Fuller Ave NE, Grand Rapids. Candidates should have MA certificate, HS diploma, and clinical experience; CPR/BLS within required timeframe.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant certificate program.
• At least one year of MA experience in a clinical setting.
• Current CPR certification or obtain within six months of hire.
• BLS certification within one year of hire.
• Education or training in medical terminology basics.
• Computer skills across word processing, spreadsheets, and email.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct service to clients in one of our Psychiatric Services Clinics.
• Willow Clinic provides medication management for adults and children with mental illness and substance use concerns.
• This is a full-time, in-person role with hours from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday–Friday, located at 790 Fuller Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI.

Skills

CMA Certification

Psychiatric Services Knowledge

EHR Experience

Life Experience withMH

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

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 aMedical Assistantresponsible 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.

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.