Medical Assistant Outpatient Behavioral Health

MultiCare Health System, Inc.; Burien (WA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 49,593; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare Health System, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health in Burien, WA to join a multidisciplinary outpatient clinic. The role involves direct and indirect patient care, with a focus on excellent customer service and team collaboration in a behavioral health setting.

The ideal candidate holds WA MA-C, current BLS certification, and prefers 1 year of clinic or hospital experience. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, with a full-time FTE commitment.

Qualifications

• Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C)
• Current BLS Certification
• One year of clinic or hospital experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform direct and indirect patient care in a clinical area, assisting medical staff with patient care and follow-up
• Assist with office duties as needed, applying discretion, good judgment, and diplomacy toward excellent office and patient care management
• Partner by implementing a service-oriented attitude, professional integrity, and solid decision-making capacities
• Effectively prioritize and apply organization and flexibility to work duties

Skills

Customer service

Professional diplomacy

Education

MA-C Certification

Job description

## Medical Assistant Outpatient Behavioral HealthApplylocations: Burien, Washingtontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR80741**Join a team that shares your calling** At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home. **FTE:** 1.0 , **Shift:** Day, **Schedule:** Monday - Friday 8:00a- 4:30p**Position Summary**The Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health is an ideal opportunity for those seeking to be an integral part of a multidisciplinary outpatient behavioral health clinic setting. If you love variety, have a customer service attitude, and exemplify professional diplomacy, this multidisciplinary role for is you. The Medical Assistant position at MultiCare will allow you to engage with patient customers while working closely with your clinical team to provide excellent customer service and patient care.**Responsibilities*** You will perform direct and indirect patient care in a clinical area, assisting medical staff with patient care and follow-up* You will utilize your knowledge towards the integration of available standards, resources, and data* You will assist with office duties as needed, applying your discretion, good judgment, and diplomacy towards the excellent office and patient care management* Partner by implementing your service-oriented attitude, professional integrity, and solid decision-making capacities* You will effectively prioritize and apply organization and flexibility to your work duties**Requirements*** Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C)* Current BLS Certification* One (1) year of clinic or hospital experience preferred**About Navos Behavioral Health** Navos, part of MultiCare’s Behavioral Health Network, offers comprehensive behavioral health care for people of all ages. Specializing in mental health and substance use disorder treatment, Navos provides inpatient psychiatric care, residential treatment and community-based programs. Known for its innovation and compassionate approach, Navos is a leader in helping individuals recover and reclaim their lives. **Why MultiCare?** **Rooted in the local community** Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years. **Growth and education** Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you. **Well-being and support** Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life. **Living our values** Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other. **Belonging for all** Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued. **Pacific Northwest lifestyle** Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life. **Pay and Benefit Expectations**We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $24.83 - $35.71 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.Associated benefit information can be viewed here.