Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health

Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health

Location: National City, California

Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $57 - $41.61 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assist Behavioral Health providers in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care during exams and treatments
• Prepare patients for appointments, ensuring they feel comfortable and informed
• Perform clinical and administrative duties within your scope of practice and clinic policies
• Greet patients and provide professional, warm customer service as the first point of contact
• Answer phone calls and help patients with their inquiries
• Explain behavioral health procedures and available services in an approachable way
• Support providers and the care team with day-to-day coordination of patient needs
• Work flexibly across multiple behavioral health specialties including psychiatry, therapy, and addiction medicine
• Maintain accurate patient documentation while protecting privacy and confidentiality
• Take on additional tasks as needed to keep the team running smoothly

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program that meets Medical Board of California standards
• At least one year of hands-on Medical Assistant experience
• Current BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification (American Heart Association)
• Bilingual English/Spanish — required
• Experience in behavioral health or outpatient clinic settings is a plus

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Completion of a Medical Assistant course of study consistent with Medical Board of California requirements

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong patient-care and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with Behavioral Health providers and multidisciplinary teams
• Professional and compassionate approach to patient interactions
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Comfortable juggling both clinical and administrative responsibilities
• Understanding of confidentiality and healthcare policies

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy
• 401(k) retirement savings plan for your future
• Paid Time Off to recharge and enjoy life
• Life insurance for peace of mind
• Professional development opportunities to grow your skills
• A supportive team that values YOU

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