Medical Assistant, Behavioral Health

Job overview

The Medical Assistant, Behavioral Health role is an onsite position in Bakersfield, CA. Compensation is not specified. The role supports providers and patients in a behavioral health setting integrated with primary care. The assistant helps deliver patient care and maintain efficient clinic operations through interpretation, screenings, room preparation, clinical documentation, and administrative support. The role emphasizes confidentiality, clear communication, and a welcoming patient experience.

What you'll do

• Interpret between English- and Spanish-speaking clinicians and patients
• administer and document behavioral health screenings
• prepare examination rooms
• escort and prepare patients
• record vital signs, screening results, history, and required documentation
• assist with charting, prior authorizations, and medication refills
• assist with examinations and procedures
• order tests as directed
• explain provider instructions
• maintain clean clinical spaces and supplies
• screen calls and support patient check-in and intake documentation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

medical assistant

behavioral health

bilingual english-spanish

spanish interpretation

patient care

clinical screenings

primary care

bakersfield ca

integrated practice management

medical assistant program

emr/ehr

patient flow

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Fluent Spanish speaking and interpreting skills and graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program are required; two years of medical assistant experience is preferred.

About the employer

Integrated Practice Management LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.