Medical Assistant - Mental Health

Medical Assistant (Mental Health)Annual Salary Range: $53,076–$60,288Looking for a secure job with opportunity for growth? Join one of our multidisciplinary health care teams and play a crucial role in the delivery of care.California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR)/California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS) Medical Assistants not only ensure the smooth flow of clinical operations, they’re also ensuring a better future for themselves with salary increases, secure benefits, and opportunities for growth along a well-defined nursing career ladder.Recruitment and Retention BonusMedical Assistants newly hired with the State of CA are eligible to receive a recruitment and retention bonus of up to $15,000 within the first 12 months of service.Referral BonusAll CDCR/CCHCS employees that refer a mental health clinician who is successfully hired by CCHCS may be eligible to receive a referral bonus of $5,000 per appointed referral.To excel in this role, you should have:A valid Medical Assistant certificate from one of the following:American Association of Medical Assistants California Certifying Board for Medical Assistants American Medical Certification Association American Medical Technologists American Medical Certification AssociationAdditional Benefits of Working for CDCR/CCHCSIncreased salaries are just the beginning – our medical assistants also receive comprehensive State of California benefits, including:State of CA Retirement that Vests in Five Years (visit for retirement formulas) Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Work-life Balance with Flexible Schedules Rewarding Work with an Underserved/Underprivileged Population Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Teams Potential NHSC Loan Repayment Wide Variety of LocationsTake the first step and apply today!EOE

Created: 2025-07-08