Medical Assistant (CMA)

Roots Behavioral Health is looking for a driven individual who is passionate about mental health to become our next Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)!  At Roots Behavioral Health we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. 

About Roots Behavioral Health:

Roots Behavioral Health is a premier outpatient mental health group committed to setting the standard for what better mental health care looks like. Our mission is to change lives with comprehensive, evidence-based, integrated mental health care, while creating an inspiring and innovative workplace culture that is both clinician-centric and patient outcome-driven. We believe everyone deserves access to mental health care that works—provided by top-tier clinicians who truly care—and treatment plans as unique as our patients, even for the most challenging of conditions. 

At Root’s, we show our employees that we value them, providing opportunities for career growth, clinical mentorship, clinical collaboration, research opportunities and access to a community of renowned clinical leaders, passionate peers, and supportive business partners. We’re setting the standard for a better place to work—one where employees can thrive.

• Clinic Location: Primary location will be Northland Clinic located at 3307 Northland Drive, Suite 460, Austin TX 78731.  following completion of training, which will take place downtown located at 1524 S. IH-35 Frontage Road, Suite 202, Austin, TX 78704 for the first 2-4 months.  
• Compensation: $20 - $23/hr 
• Benefits: Medical Benefits, robust Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Retirement Plan and more! 

Job Summary: 

As a Certified Medical Assistant, you will provide support with various services following established policies and protocols including but not limited to scheduling, preparing charts, patient vitals, verifying insurance benefits, and other administrative and clinical duties.  This role requires a compassionate, resilient, and highly skilled professional who can navigate unique challenges to deliver exceptional mental health support.

Responsibilities: 

• Prior Payor Authorizations for Medication Management appointments
• Perform vital signs measurements such as blood pressure, temperature, and pulse and specimen collections as ordered by providers
• Administer medications as directed by healthcare providers
• Start and monitor IV infusions with accuracy and care 
• Assist with basic life support procedures when necessary

Ideal Candidate: 

• Certified Medical Assistant with a minimum of 2 years of experience, Mental Health experience preferred
• Proficient in performing vital signs measurements accurately and efficiently
• Phlebotomy skills 
• Strong knowledge of human anatomy and physiology and medications
• Familiarity with medical terminology and ability to communicate effectively with healthcare professionals
• Experience in medication administration following established protocols
• Ability to provide medical administrative support including appointment scheduling and record keeping
• Knowledge of treatment resistant therapy methods
• EHR Experience required, experience with ATHENA highly preferred