Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health Focus
About The Position
Support Whole-Person Care in a Meaningful Way. Location: Puyallup Tribal Health Authority | Tacoma, WA | On-Site Schedule: Full-Time | Mon – Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Hiring Range: $23.00 - $29.00 per hour Position Close Date: April 2, 2026 Join a care team dedicated to whole-person health, where your skills as a Medical Assistant support both physical and behavioral health services in a compassionate, patient-centered environment. In this unique role at the Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA), you’ll go beyond traditional Medical Assistant duties. You'll work closely with family medicine and behavioral health providers to ensure patients feel supported, respected, and cared for in a safe and welcoming environment. If you’re someone who leads with empathy and thrives in a collaborative care setting, we’d love to meet you.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program
- Current WA State Medical Assistant Certification (MA-C)
- At least (2) years of Medical Assistant experience with patients of all ages
- Familiarity with Electronic Health Records
- Strong communication skills and the ability to navigate sensitive or emotional situations with professionalism and care
- BLS certification
Nice To Haves
- Behavioral health experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Preparing patients for exams and treatments
- Collecting patient histories, vital signs, and performing diagnostics (ECGs, vision tests, audiograms, etc.)
- Administering immunizations and medications as directed
- Assist behavioral health providers with evaluations, follow-ups, medication management, and patient education; administer and score assessments; provide a compassionate presence during visits.
- Performing lab work, phlebotomy, and limited x-rays (with proper certification)
- Managing exam room cleanliness and supply readiness
- Supporting front-desk tasks like appointment scheduling, phone calls, and medical record upkeep
- Collaborating on patient flow and providing friendly, efficient service
- Train and mentor new Medical Assistants or students
Benefits
- Supportive environment that values a healthy work/life balance
- Medical/Dental/Vision monthly premiums paid 100% by PTHA for employees (health coverage begins the first of the month following hire date)
- (13) annual leave (vacation) days + (13) annual sick leave days
- (18+) annual paid holidays including a birthday holiday
- 401(k) with annual profit-sharing contributions after (2) years of service
- Life and AD&D insurance coverage
- Have student loans? PTHA is an approved loan repayment site for various student loan programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
