Medical Assistant

DescriptionDo you like making a difference in people's lives? We at MHMR of Tarrant County are interested in finding a person who is interested in changing lives and wanting to help others when performing the job of a Medical Assistant.In this role, you will be supporting the Nurse in admitting and caring for people in either a clinic or short-term respite setting. You will need to use a nurturing, trauma-informed approach in interactions with patients and focus on strengthening the resiliency of our people in services while in care. Day-to-day duties include obtaining vital signs, medical history and current needs for people in care, collaborating with internal programs and medical providers, and being cross trained for duties across programs and settings.Minimum RequirementsMinimum Education: High school diploma/GED and Medical Assistant Certificate from CMA, RMA, CCMA, or NRCMA/NAHP. 1 year experience as MA preferred; Spanish-speaking a plus.Why Choose MHMR as Your EmployerMHMR offers an excellent and competitive benefits package designed to support the well being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include a retirement plan with company matching, day one PTO accrual, ten paid holidays plus a floating holiday, employee assistance programs, and comprehensive wellness programs that promote physical, mental, and financial health. MHMR is committed to your future, we're a qualifying employer for Student Loan Forgiveness Programs which offers long term financial relief opportunities for eligible team members.We are committed to providing strong, meaningful benefits that make a real difference in the lives of employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits philosophy emphasizes work-life balance, personal well being, and access to resources that help employees thrive both professionally and personally.We CARE:We Connect People in Our CommunityWe Provide Access to ServicesWe Link People to ResourcesWe Empower PeopleOur values are based on the following beliefs:Respect for people who are active in planning their servicesRecovery is a life-long process of better healthSuccess as positive outcomes for each personParticipation of people and their families in the processInclusion in the community through services that promote growth and independenceSafe, ethical, and cost-effective servicesBest practices in current research in medical, psychosocial and organizational fieldsCollaboration with other organizations for better services