Medical Assistant, Behavioral Health

San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Employment Type: Contract to Hire Industry: Healthcare Job Number: 19784 Pay Rate: $22-$23/hour based on experience

Job Description


Marquee Staffing is hiring a Medical Assistant for a full service clinic in San Juan Capistrano. Youl be directly supporting the Behavioral Health Team.

Pay range: $23/hour

Responsibilities:
  •  Behavioral Health: Collaboration and communication with community partners, and other health center employees.  The BH MA is responsible for effectively communicating with patients for the purpose of obtaining and relaying accurate information needed for processing their BH and psychiatry visit.  They will be in charge with answering BH related phone calls from patients & community, ensuring timely mental health access and appropriately processing each request.  The BH PSR is responsible for processing BH integrated records and other patient related documents as requested by BH Team and/or Psychiatry services.  The BH PSR uses the health center’s electronic health record (EHR) and electronic workflow processes to monitor BH appointment access to maximize capacity.
  • Direct Patient Care: The medical assistant works alongside physicians, mid-level providers, behavioral health professionals, psychiatrist, registered nurses and other support staff support to delivery direct patient care services.   The medical assistant is responsible for executing standing orders as well as anticipating the needs of the BH care team in order to help facilitate the delivery of quality clinical care and a positive patient experience.  The BH medical assistant is responsible for actively participating in the health center’s quality and continuous improvement activities.        
     
  • Help with front office duties as needed

Minimum Position Qualifications:
  • High School diploma or GED
  • Medical Assistant Certificate from an accredited program
  • Bilingual English/Spanish
  • Current BLS certification (or ability to obtain prior to start date)
Preferred Position Qualifications:
  • One year experience or training in a health care setting.
  • Experience working in an electronic health record (EHR), Allscripts  experience a plus
Interviews will be conducted ASAP with an on-site office manager. 

Meet Your Recruiter

Alexis Cabero
Branch Manager

As Branch Manager, Alexis Cabero focuses on identifying talent for a variety of industries including medical devices, administrative support, customer service, engineering, and human resources. Graduating from The University of California, Irvine with a B.A. in Arts and Digital Media, Alexis’ recruiting career began in 2014 while staffing for assisted living facilities, where she matched passionate healthcare professionals to provide personal non-medical care for home care clients. Alexis is passionate about helping others recognize their potential, and does so by using a thorough discovery process with her candidates to better understand what areas they excel in and providing opportunities exclusive to Marquee Staffing.

While out of office, Alexis enjoys spending her free time with family and her six dogs.

Apply Online

Send an email reminder to:

Share This Job:

Related Jobs:

About San Juan Capistrano, CA

Discover your next career opportunity in the vibrant area surrounding San Juan Capistrano, California! Nestled in Orange County, this picturesque location offers not only stunning coastal views but also a thriving job market ripe with growth potential. From the historic Mission San Juan Capistrano to the acclaimed galleries in Laguna Beach, the region boasts a unique blend of culture and charm. With proximity to top-notch dining spots, such as Ramos House Cafe, and nearby attractions like Mission Viejo Lake and the Irvine Spectrum Center, working in this area means immersing yourself in a community that values work-life balance. Explore our job listings today and unlock the door to a fulfilling career in this dynamic and enchanting region.