Outpatient Psychiatry Medical Assistant — Medication Mgmt

Health Solutions West; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid time off accrual and generous/le“

Job summary

Health Solutions West in Grand Junction, CO is seeking an Outpatient Psychiatric Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks for psychiatric prescribers and the treatment team in a fast-paced outpatient clinic.

The role emphasizes medication management support, EHR proficiency, phlebotomy, and coordination with pharmacies and providers. Competitive benefits accompany full-time employment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification.
• Current BLS certification.
• Computer and EHR proficiency.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced outpatient psychiatric setting.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with patients in distress and crisis situations.
• Valid Colorado driver license if required for business purposes.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Maintain competency and proficiency with the electronic health record (EHR).
• Prepare clients for medication management appointments with vital signs, screenings, and documentation.
• Administer medications and long-acting injectables within scope.
• Perform phlebotomy and coordinate lab testing.
• Triage medication-related calls and refill requests.
• Complete prior authorizations with insurers and pharmacies.
• Coordinate care with external providers and facilities.
• Complete external forms and required clinical documentation.
• Support adherence and provide client education.
• Order and maintain medical supplies.
• Manage medication samples and storage; dispose expired meds.
• Participate in team huddles and care planning.
• Provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive care.
• Understand behavioral health and substance use disorders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

EHR proficiency

Client engagement

Phlebotomy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program graduate

CMA/RMA/CCMA certification

BLS certification

Tools

EHR system

Job description

Health Solutions West in Grand Junction, CO is seeking an Outpatient Psychiatric Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks for psychiatric prescribers and the treatment team in a fast-paced outpatient clinic.

The role emphasizes medication management support, EHR proficiency, phlebotomy, and coordination with pharmacies and providers. Competitive benefits accompany full-time employment.