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Medical Assistant - Cont - Internal Medicine

Henry Ford Health

Location
Onsite (Grosse Pointe Farms, MI)
Employment
Part-time
Level
Entry Level
Posted 3 weeks ago

About the role

Henry Ford Health is a leading academic medical center in Michigan seeking a Medical Assistant to support internal and family medicine clinics. The role involves providing compassionate patient care, managing clinical tasks, and ensuring smooth clinic operations within a mission-driven team.

Skills

Patient Greeting Patient Escorting Medical History Taking Vital Signs Measurement Patient Preparation Clinical Patient Care Provider Assistance Patient Records Management Basic Computer Skills Clinic Operations

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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

Medical Assistant - Cont

Job Title

Medical Assistant - Cont

  • This is a contingent position to pick up hours on an as needed basis to cover vacations, staff time off, or additional shifts during the busy fall season providing flu shots.
  • The hours vary based on the need, but the family medicine clinic is open: 
    • Mondays 8a-8p, Tuesday - Friday 8a-5p, and 3rd Saturday of the month 8a-12p

This is for “HOME” location of 131 Kercheval Ave. Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236. 

However, there is an opportunity to pick up additional hours / shifts from other departments 

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. As part of Henry Ford Health, you¿ll be part of a mission-driven organization committed to exceptional care and innovation.

Role Overview

As a Medical Assistant, you play a vital role in providing quality and compassionate care to patients. Under the direct supervision of providers and nursing leadership, you¿ll perform a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to support patient care. Your work ensures smooth clinic operations and enhances the patient experience, making a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our community.

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 exam rooms, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable experience.
  • Take medical histories and measure/record vital signs accurately.
  • Prepare patients for examinations or procedures, assisting providers as needed.
  • Perform a wide variety of clinical skills related to ambulatory patient care.
  • Utilize basic computer skills to manage patient records and support clinic operations.

Qualifications

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
  • Additional Requirements:

  • 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.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).

What We Offer

Join a team where you can grow your career through collaboration, mission-driven work, and continuous learning opportunities. Be part of an organization that values your contributions and supports your professional development.

Join Our Team

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of our mission to provide exceptional care.