Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

Valley Cities has recently been designated as a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), reflecting compliance with stringent national standards in behavioral health care. This status enables broader service availability, improved integration of mental health and substance use treatment, enhanced crisis intervention capabilities, and ensures services are accessible to all, regardless of financial circumstances. We are excited about the future ahead. We're looking for people who want to make a real difference in behavioral health while growing alongside a mission-driven team. Employees joining Valley Cities at this time will become part of an impactful organization dedicated to advancing community behavioral health, that is grounded in compassion, equity and community impact. Join us to make significant contributions during pivotal moments in the lives of others!

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care | Rainier Beach, King County, WA | Full-Time, Non-Exempt | Pay: $27.77-35.87

Be one of the first clinical staff our clients see. As a Medical Assistant, you'll run the full physical health screening process for your care team, support medication and injection appointments, and help close the loop between clients, providers, and their broader care team.

What You'll Do

• Complete full medical screening for every client
• Draw labs per standing orders and assist with injection appointments, including long-acting injectables (LAI)
• Flag results for RN review and support care coordination for PCP appointments
• Conduct patient outreach including no-show follow-up, appointment reminders, and check-ins for clients not seen in 90 days
• Support your provider and multi-disciplinary teams, including the potential for cross site support.
• Build collaborative and meaningful relationships with clients facing substance use disorder and psychiatric disorders.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a Medical Assistant program
• Current Medical Assistant certification and current CPR/BLS certification
• Phlebotomy certification, or ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire

Nice to Have

• Prior experience in a behavioral health or community health setting
• Bilingual or multilingual skills

Why Valley Cities

• A role built on real relationships, not just paperwork.
• Work as an integral part of a defined care team, with a clear clinical partner in your multidisciplinary team, including RN and Psychiatric Provider teammates.
• Build a foundation for a future in nursing, phlebotomy, or clinical leadership
• Play a front-line role in Valley Cities' CCBHC screening standards: the daily screenings you run keep the agency's physical health integration goals on track

Valley Cities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Pay range reflects Washington's Equal Pay and Opportunities Act. Final offer depends on experience and qualifications. We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.