Medical Assistant- Behavioral Health

Western North Carolina Community Health Services; Marion (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

PTO (156 hrs first year)

403b retirement savings with match

Employer-paid life insurance

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

Western North Carolina Community Health Services is seeking a Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health to support the Behavioral Health department by assisting the Psychiatric Advanced Practice Clinician and handling tasks for BH clinicians in an outpatient setting at the McDowell Health Center in Marion, NC.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of MA experience,Epic/OCHIN experience preferred, and must hold a Certified Medical Assistant credential and Basic Life Support certification;

Qualifications

• Experience in medical assisting in outpatient settings.
• Experience in behavioral health or integrated care settings.
• Experience documenting patient care in an electronic health record (Epic/OCHIN).
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Psychiatric Advanced Practice Clinician and BH clinicians.
• Support patient flow and care coordination in Behavioral Health services.
• Document patient care accurately in the EHR (Epic/OCHIN preferred).

Skills

Multitasking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma

Certified Medical Assistant

Basic Life Support

Tools

Epic EHR (OCHIN Epic)

Job description

As a Medical Assistant- Behavioral Health, you will be a supportive and integral member of the Behavioral Health (BH) department by assisting the Psychiatric Advanced Practice Clinician (APC)and completing tasks for the behavioral health clinicians.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about helping others, flexible, and a positive team player. This position requires an individual who can multitask, has strong written and verbal communication,excellent organizational skills, and experience in medical assisting and clerical work.Must be able to communicate with people of various diverse backgrounds, ensuring all patients are treated in a sensitive and compassionate way.

The position is based at our McDowell Health Center, 136 Creekview Court, Marion, NC 28752

Experience:

• At least one year of experience as Medical Assistant in an outpatient health care setting
• Experience in a behavioral health and/or integrated care setting
• Experience documenting patient care in an electronic health record. OCHIN Epic experience preferred

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is preferred, but not required

Certification(s)/Licensure:

• Certified Medical Assistant, required
• Basic Life Support Certificate, required

WORK/ BENEFITS:

• Competitive health plans for employees and dependents including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Telehealth
• Up to Eleven (11) Paid Holidays
• Up to Two (2) Floating Holidays
• Accrued PTO (total of 156 hrs. 1st year)
• 403b Retirement Savings with Match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• HRSA and Public Non-Profit Student Loan Forgiveness

CAREER GROWTH BENEFITS:

• Monthly Staff Meetings and Training

Western North Carolina Community Health Services (WNCCHS) is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, services, programs or activities 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.