Outreach Medical Assistant - Trueblood Med Services

MultiCare Health System
paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, Washington, Lakewood
5700 100th Street Southwest (Show on map)
Jan 17, 2026
You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. FTE: 1.0 Shift: Day Schedule: Monday - Friday Trueblood Medical Services team provides community-based medical support to Trueblood Class Members who are enrolled in Pierce County Trueblood Element Programs including FHARPS, FPATH and OCRP with low-barrier, jail and/or community-based, and timely access to medical care, medication maintenance, and prescribing services. This position is a necessary, ancillary, safety-net to address the gaps in the Medicaid-based behavioral health system while the Trueblood Element Programs work towards establishing long-term behavioral health care for the Program's Participants. This program will ensure that eligible Program Participants have access to the health care that they deserve on their terms. Person-centered services and interventions will be provided that are equitable and racially just, using trauma-informed, harm-reduction approaches. Position Summary The Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health is an ideal opportunity for those seeking to be an integral part of a multidisciplinary outpatient behavioral health clinic setting. If you love variety, have a customer service attitude, and exemplify professional diplomacy, this multidisciplinary role for is you. The Medical Assistant position at MultiCare will allow you to engage with patient customers while working closely with your clinical team to provide excellent customer service and patient care. Responsibilities You will perform direct and indirect patient care in a clinical area, assisting medical staff with patient care and follow-up You will utilize your knowledge towards the integration of available standards, resources, and data You will assist with office duties as needed, applying your discretion, good judgment, and diplomacy towards the excellent office and patient care management Partner by implementing your service-oriented attitude, professional integrity, and solid decision-making capacities You will effectively prioritize and apply organization and flexibility to your work duties Requirements Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C) Current BLS Certification One (1) year of clinic or hospital experience preferred About Greater Lakes Mental Health Greater Lakes Mental Health is part of MultiCare's Behavioral Health Network, serving more than 10,000 individuals across Pierce County each year. Providing mental health and substance use disorder treatment for adults, children and families with Medicaid coverage, Greater Lakes operates six convenient locations, including a 16-bed inpatient facility for voluntary and involuntary care. With experienced teams and robust training, caregivers help deliver recovery-oriented, trauma-informed care. Why MultiCare? Rooted in the local community - Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years Growth and education - Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future Well-being and support - Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life Living our values - Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other Belonging for all - Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued Pacific Northwest lifestyle - Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life Pay and Benefit Expectations We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $24.58 - $35.36 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align. Associated benefit information can be viewed here.