Job Description Summary

Medical Assistant | Behavioral Health Clinic
Whitefish, MT

Schedule: Part-Time | 25 Hours per Week

Bring your clinical skills, compassion, and attention to detail to a team dedicated to supporting patients' mental health and overall well-being.

At Logan Health, our Behavioral Health Clinic in Whitefish provides compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals seeking mental health services. We are seeking a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant to support patient care, clinic flow, provider needs, and daily operations in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

This role plays an important part in creating a welcoming, respectful, and confidential experience for patients through compassionate care, clear communication, and strong teamwork.

Our Mission: Quality, compassionate care for all.

Our Vision: Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

Our Core Values: Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.

Medical Assistant | Behavioral Health Clinic

Make a meaningful difference in mental health care. Join us in supporting the well-being of our Montana communities, one patient at a time!

Why You'll Love This Role

Meaningful Patient Connections – Be a trusted part of each patient's healthcare journey by providing compassionate, respectful support and creating a welcoming, judgment-free environment where patients feel comfortable and valued.

Collaborative Care Team – Work alongside behavioral health providers, nurses, and fellow clinical staff in a supportive, team-focused environment where your contributions make a difference.

Professional Growth – Expand your clinical skills and healthcare knowledge while gaining valuable experience in behavioral health and supporting patients' physical and emotional well-being.

What You'll Be Doing

• Greet, room, and prepare patients for appointments, including obtaining medical histories and vital signs while maintaining a welcoming, confidential environment.
• Assist behavioral health providers with patient care, examinations, and treatments while prioritizing patient comfort, dignity, and safety.
• Collect laboratory specimens, perform competency-validated clinical tasks, and accurately document patient information in the electronic medical record.
• Coordinate patient care activities, including referrals, prior authorizations, scheduling, and follow-up appointments to support continuity of care.
• Support daily clinic operations by maintaining exam rooms, equipment, and supplies while assisting with patient calls and portal communications.

Qualifications

• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through an accredited certifying organization.

OR

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through an accredited certifying organization.
• RQI Provider (BLS) within seven (7) days of hire/transfer or before providing independent patient care, whichever comes first.

Preferred Experience

• One (1) year of experience in a medical practice setting preferred.
• Experience in behavioral health, mental health services, or a related healthcare setting preferred.
• Medical office experience and medical terminology training preferred.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, basic laboratory values, pharmacology, infection control practices, and HIPAA requirements preferred.

Professional Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact compassionately with patients experiencing emotional or behavioral health challenges.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Commitment to professionalism, patient confidentiality, and exceptional patient care.
• Ability to act with integrity, kindness, empathy, and sensitivity to individual patient needs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn additional software systems as needed.

Shift:

Day Shift - Variable Hours (United States of America)

Schedule:

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week.  Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check

• Reference checks

• Drug Screening

• Health and Immunizations Screening

• Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.