Certified Medical Assistant

Company: KLAMATH BASIN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Location: Klamath Falls
Posted on: March 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant Shift: 6AM - 6PM; Thursday through Saturday rotating Wednesdays Full Time Join our KBBH team and find meaningful work, inspiring colleagues, career growth, great compensation, the ability to pay down student loans, and excellent benefits. Located in beautiful Southern Oregon. The National Health Service Core (NHSC) Loan Repayment Program is open to licensed primary care medical, dental, and mental and behavioral health providers who are employed by accredited sites. WHAT IS GREAT ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY Vision: Sharing the power of mental wellbeing Mission: Providing compassionate care throughout our community At KBBH, we put people first; our clients, our community, and our team members. We take pride in supporting the whole person, and that commitment extends to the way we show up for one another every day. You’ll also enjoy life in a welcoming community surrounded by Southern Oregon’s natural beauty that is perfect for hiking, biking, kayaking, ziplining, fishing, and outdoor wellness. Pay Range Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education and experience as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range. Salary: $16.60 - $20.75 DOE Big benefits package and KBBH pays up to 92% of insurance premiums for you and your family. Benefits: Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance403(b) Retirement Plan with 8% Employer Match15 Paid Vacation Days (increases with milestone tenure)Accrued Wellness DaysLife InsuranceDisability InsuranceFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Health Savings Account (HSA)Employee DiscountsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Wellness ProgramTuition Reimbursement ProgramEmployee Scholarship ProgramCertified student loan forgiveness work location About the Role As a Certified Medical Assistant supporting Adult Intensive Services, you are a vital part of ensuring clients receive safe, compassionate, and coordinated care. Working under the direction of a Licensed Medical Professional (LMP) and reporting to the Psychiatry Department Office Manager, you support both psychiatric providers and clinical staff to maintain high-quality client care. Your work helps clients feel informed, supported, and understood during some of their most vulnerable moments. From administering medications to documenting care in the electronic health record, you play an essential role in fostering trust, safety, and continuity for individuals receiving residential, respite, and intensive services. Your commitment to accuracy, communication, and compassion strengthens the clinical team and enhances the wellbeing of every client you encounter. Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality, compassionate clinical support - Administer medications and perform basic nursing duties as prescribed - Accurately obtain and record vital signs - Perform injections (deltoid, gluteal, intradermal, subcutaneous) correctly Maintain organized and client ready care environments - Prepare and maintain client rooms and medication rooms - Stock supplies and ensure spaces remain clean and functional Ensure accurate and timely documentation - Record client information in appropriate medical records - Document symptoms, concerns, education provided, and services delivered - Complete all documentation within 48 hours, or by the 2nd business day for month end Support medication safety and continuity of care - Communicate with Primary Care Providers to obtain medication orders - Monitor for side effects or adverse reactions and notify appropriate staff - Respond to medication-related emergencies appropriately - Manage medication inventory securely and accurately Contribute to collaborative, people centered care - Provide discharge planning for follow-up appointments - Deliver medication education upon discharge - Coordinate with nurses, prescribers, and external healthcare professionals - Request and communicate needed information from family, partners, and agencies Demonstrate professionalism and cultural sensitivity - Maintain confidentiality - Build rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds - Remain calm and professional in emergency or high-stress situations Success in This Role Looks Like: - Clients experience compassionate, knowledgeable support - Documentation is timely, accurate, and compliant - Clinical spaces remain welcoming, clean, organized, and safe - Communication with providers, families, and agencies is consistent and effective - Staff rely on you as a calm, competent, dependable member of the care team Required Skills & Abilities: - Ability to administer medications and perform clinical duties safely - Strong communication and documentation skills - Capacity to remain calm during emergencies - Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams - Skill in interacting compassionately with clients from diverse backgrounds Education & Experience: - High School diploma or higher - Certified Medical Assistant (CMA - AAMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA - AMT) - Current CPR certification Licenses & Certifications - Valid Oregon driver’s license - Clean driving record If you’re looking for a place where your work truly matters and your compassion can make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you. Join us in providing thoughtful, client centered care to our community. Apply today! and take the next step toward meaningful work at KBBH. Other Considerations: Klamath Basin Behavioral Health celebrates diversity and is committed to creating inclusive and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and agency need. Compensation details: 16.6-20.75 Hourly Wage PId2507e4a1f29-36205-39815626

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