CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT - MENTAL HEALTH PART TIME

Position Summary

Preferred Behavioral Health Group is seeking a compassionate, organized, and service-oriented Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to support integrated outpatient care across our adult and children’s programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Aid prescribers during outpatient service delivery, including psychiatric evaluations and medication management appointments
• Obtain and document vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, height, weight, body mass index (BMI), and waist circumference, in the electronic health record
• Provide injections for psychiatric medications and substance use treatment medications including Medication-assisted-Treatment
• Support coordination of care across behavioral health, primary care, and specialty care services
• Secure medical records from outside providers by preparing and processing releases of information
• Develop knowledge of target populations and provide support responsive to their specialized needs
• Maintain accurate, timely, and professional documentation in the electronic record
• Contribute to a welcoming, organized, and efficient clinical environment
• Collaborate with medical and clinical staff to support continuity of care and service excellence

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent required
• A current Certified Medical Assistant credential in New Jersey required
• Experience in behavioral health is strongly preferred
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and diverse populations
• Commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and person-centered care