Certified Medical Assistant

nGenerous PTO: Up to 19 days + 2 mental health days + 10 holidays (pro-rated for part-time )Fully Paid YMCA Membership for you and eligible family member sCompany-Paid Life & Disability Insuranc eStudent Loan Assistance & Professional Developmen t403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Contribution sEmployee Assistance Program (EAP )Pet Insuranc eFree Wellness App (2MorrowHealth )Collaborative, Supportive Team Environmen t Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is seeking a Medical Assistant (Certified) to support psychiatric providers and clients receiving behavioral health services. This role helps keep care coordinated, organized, and responsive to client needs. The work includes both direct clinical support and administrative responsibilities that contribute to quality care and accurate health records. If you enjoy supporting clients and providers in a fast-paced healthcare environment, we welcome your applicatio n. Primary Responsibilit ies: Obtain and document vital signs, perform venipuncture, administer injections, complete lab orders, conduct CLIA-waived testing, and track lab results as directed by medical provid Submit and monitor prior authorizations and assist with medication refill reque Utilize approved systems and resources to obtain records, review laboratory results, verify insurance coverage, enter required data, and monitor controlled substance prescripti Communicate relevant health information to care team members at the direction of the medical provi Gather, track, and accurately enter health information into the electronic medical rec Support coordination between psychiatric providers, primary care providers, specialists, hospitals, inpatient facilities, and emergency departme Build and maintain effective connections across KMHS programs and levels of care to support continuity of treatm Manage scheduling needs for assigned medical provid Provide education and information that supports client understanding of health conditions and self-managem ent. Minimum Qualific a tions:EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED and Completion of Medical Assistant training pr ogram. EXPE RIENCE: Entry level (no prior related work expe rience) LI CENSURE: Current Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C) credential with Washington State Department of Health. AAC (Agency Affiliated Counselor) certification with WA State required within 60 days of hire. Preferred Qualif ications:EX PERIENCE: Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related ex perience)Experience with EMR and data tracking and ability to read data reports. Performance Req uirements: KNOWLEDGE:Maintain basic knowledge of health related practices and make recommendations regarding process and content imp rovements.Familiarity with outpatient medical clinic operations to facilitate the establishment of positive and productive relationships with medical practice staff throughout the communi ty. SKILLS:Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees, clients, organizations, and the public.Experience with venipuncture and intramuscular injections.Strong organizational skills are required to prioritize a variety of work a ssignments.Communication - Communicates clearly and concisely.Computer skills - Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office en . Abilities:Ability to work within interdisciplinary teams on behalf of complex clients with extensive behavioral care needs.Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.The ability to operate a personal computer, fax machine, printer, and copier p roficiently. Equipme nt Operated: Standard office equipment including computers, fax machines, copiers, printers, tel ephones, etc. Wo rk Environment: Frequent mobility and/or sitting required for ext ended periods. Mental/Physic al Requirements: While performing the job duties, the employee must walk, sit, use hands and fingers, reach with arms, talk, or listen. Requires the ability to lift up to 10 pounds. This position also requires close vision and per ipheral vision. *A sign-on bonus is a form of compensation for a new employee in addition to their established salary. Bo nus amounts are prorated by FTE, and any changes to FTE before all bonus installmen ts are paid may alter the total payout. Our recruitment processes are designed to prevent discrimination against our people regardless of gender identity or orientation, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, citizenship, or any aspect which make s someone unique. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kitsap Mental Health Services