Medical Assistant - Cont - Gastro Procedure
Henry Ford Health
- Location
- Onsite (Royal Oak, MI)
- Employment
- Contract
- Level
- Entry Level
About the role
Henry Ford Health is a leading academic medical center in Michigan seeking a Medical Assistant to support gastro procedure providers. The role involves clinical and administrative tasks to ensure a seamless and compassionate patient experience within a collaborative team environment.
Skills
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Company Description
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.
Job Description
Job Title
Medical Assistant - Cont
Shift Hours:
This will be 8 - 20 hours per week, approximately 2 days per week. 8 - 430.
Location:
Lakeside Medical Center, 14500 Hall Rd, Sterling Heights 48313
About the Department
Join one of Michigan's largest physician organizations, Henry Ford Medical Group, where we deliver coordinated care across primary and specialty practices throughout the region. Our team is dedicated to collaborative teamwork, providing access to leading clinical resources, and building lasting relationships with patients and communities. We pride ourselves on being relentless advocates for exceptional care, ensuring that every patient receives compassionate and quality treatment.
Role Overview
As a Medical Assistant, you play a vital role in supporting providers and nursing leadership to deliver quality and compassionate care to patients. Your responsibilities include administrative and clinical tasks that ensure a seamless patient experience, from greeting patients to assisting during examinations and procedures. Your work directly contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of patient care.
Why Henry Ford Health
At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.
What You Will Do
- Greet and escort patients to the exam room, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable experience.
- Take medical histories and measure/record vital signs accurately.
- Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, ensuring they are informed and at ease.
- Assist physicians during examinations and procedures, providing necessary support.
- Demonstrate clinical competence in performing a wide variety of clinical skills related to ambulatory patient care.
Qualifications
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160 hour minimum). OR
Graduate from a Medical Assistant program without completion of a clinical externship but with a minimum one-year experience in clinical medical assisting within the past five (5) years. OR
Current Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in clinical medical assisting. OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). OR
Licensed Paramedic/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years. OR
Military trained medical personnel with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years
- Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.
- Successful completion of HFMG pharmacology class and test.
- Current BLS-C certificate.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).
What We Offer
At Henry Ford Health, we offer opportunities for career growth, collaboration with leading healthcare professionals, and the chance to engage in mission-driven work. You¿ll have access to continuous learning and development, enabling you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients and communities.
Join Our Team
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and join our team at Henry Ford Health!