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Medical Assistant - Family Practice

Henry Ford Health

Location
Onsite (Burton, MI)
Employment
Full-time
Level
Entry Level
Posted 1 day ago

About the Role

Henry Ford Health is a leading academic medical center in Michigan dedicated to providing exceptional, compassionate care across a full continuum of services. This role supports the Family Practice team by delivering high-quality clinical and administrative support to patients.

Skills

Clinical medical assisting Vital signs measurement Patient intake Electronic medical records Epic Patient care Administrative tasks Medical history documentation BLS-C certification Interpersonal skills Communication skills Problem-solving Computer literacy

Perks

  • Sign on bonus

Full job details

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 - Henry Ford Health

Job Title

Medical Assistant-family Practice

About the Department

Medical Assistant – Family Medicine 

$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS

The doctors and team at Henry Ford Family Medicine are dedicated to caring for you and your loved ones at every stage of life. From regular check-ups to the management of acute illnesses and chronic disease, all your health care needs will be met with professionalism and expertise. By joining our team as a Medical Assistant, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of countless individuals while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.

 

 

GENERAL SUMMARY: 

Under direct supervision of the provider and nursing leadership, the Medical Assistant performs a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to assist in the quality and compassionate care provided to patients. These duties may include but are not limited to:

  • Greeting and escorting patients to the exam room.
  • Obtaining medical histories.
  • The measurement and recording of vital signs.
  • Preparing patients for an examination/procedure.
  • Assisting the provider during the examination/procedure.
  • 2 provider office

 

 

SHIFT DETAILS: M-F 8AM-5PM

LOCATION:  4075 S Center Rd

Burton, MI 48519

STATUS: Full Time, 40 hours per week

 

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
  • Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills preferred.
  • Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills as related to ambulatory patient care preferred.
  • Ability to problem-solve preferred. Possess effective interpersonal and communication skills preferred.
  • EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience preferred.

Role Overview

As a Medical Assistant, you play a vital role in providing quality and compassionate care to patients. You will support providers and nursing leadership by performing a variety of administrative and clinical tasks, ensuring a seamless and positive patient experience.

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 environment.
  • Obtain and document accurate medical histories from patients.
  • Measure and record vital signs, preparing patients for examinations or procedures.
  • Assist providers during examinations and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
  • Perform administrative tasks to support the clinical team and patient care.

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 equivalent experience as outlined in the job description.
  • Current BLS-C certification upon hire or successful completion by the end of orientation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.
  • EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, we foster career growth through collaborative opportunities, mission-driven work, and continuous learning. Join us to make a difference in healthcare and advance your professional journey.

Join Our Team

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health!

Qualifications

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.