Psychiatry/TMS Medical Assistant

Psychiatry/TMS Medical Assistant

Location: El Segundo, CA
Clinic: Helix Neuropsychiatric Center
Reports To: Clinical Supervisor / Lead Psychiatrist
Status: Full-Time / Part-Time

Position Overview

Helix Neuropsychiatric Center is hiring a Psychiatry/TMS Medical Assistant to join our innovative mental health team. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals passionate about psychiatry, psychology, neuroscience, or pre-med pathways.

You’ll work directly with our psychiatrists and receive full training in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) — a cutting-edge, non-invasive treatment for depression and OCD. Gain valuable hands-on clinical experience while making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Support

• Administer TMS therapy under physician supervision and in accordance with established protocols.
• Monitor and document patient responses, noting clinical progress or adverse reactions.
• Assist with psychiatric assessments, including patient intake, PHQ-9, GAD-7, and QIDS-SR16 rating scales.
• Prepare treatment rooms, assist during evaluations, and maintain clinical equipment.

Administrative Duties

• Schedule psychiatric and TMS appointments.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records (EHR) for treatments and patient interactions.
• Educate patients about TMS, ensuring comfort, understanding, and informed consent.
• Support insurance verification and prior authorizations as needed, working closely with the billing team.

Patient Care & Collaboration

• Collaborate with the psychiatrists and interdisciplinary team to deliver personalized care.
• Build supportive rapport with patients, offering empathy and reassurance throughout treatment.
• Contribute to a respectful, healing, and welcoming clinic environment.
   

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required. Preferred fields: Psychology, Neuroscience, Biology, or related areas.

Experience & Interests

• Strong interest in mental health, behavioral sciences, or pre-medical training.
• Ideal for applicants planning graduate study in mental health or medicine.

Training

• Prior TMS experience is not required. Comprehensive training will be provided upon hire.

Additional Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred (can be obtained post-hire).
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
  Commitment to confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
   

Clinic Culture

Join a growth-oriented, supportive clinical team dedicated to compassionate, innovative mental health care. Our outpatient practice emphasizes professional development, teamwork, and delivering cutting-edge treatments in a patient-centered environment.

Employment Benefits

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision coverage, FSA program)
• Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO) and sick leave
• Paid Training in TMS therapy and mental health protocols
• Flexible Scheduling (full-time or part-time available)
• Professional Development Support, including mentorship and graduate school letters of recommendation
• Collaborative, growth-oriented clinic environment