Medical Assistant - Gastroenterology
Henry Ford Health
- Location
- Onsite (Jackson, MI)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the Role
Henry Ford Health is a respected academic medical center leading a major investment in healthcare innovation. This role supports providers in the Jackson Gastroenterology department by delivering compassionate patient care and ensuring efficient clinical operations.
Skills
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- Gastroenterology
Department
Gastroenterology
Henry Ford Gastroenterology - Jackson
1100 E Michigan Ave
Suite 205
Jackson, MI 49201
Work Schedule
Full-Time (40 Hours Per Week)
Days
About the Department
Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health¿s Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our Jackson location offers a warm, community-focused environment where you can make a meaningful impact. Here, you¿ll be part of a close-knit team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to our patients in a setting that values collaboration and excellence.
Role Overview
As a Medical Assistant, you¿ll play a vital role in supporting providers and nursing leadership to deliver exceptional patient care. Your administrative and clinical skills will directly contribute to the efficiency and compassion of our healthcare services, ensuring patients receive the best possible experience during their visits.
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.
- Obtain and record accurate medical histories and vital signs.
- Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, assisting providers as needed.
- Perform administrative tasks to support the smooth operation of the clinical environment.
- Contribute to the compassionate and quality care provided to every patient.
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, you¿ll find opportunities for career growth, collaborative teamwork, and mission-driven work. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, empowering you to make a difference in the lives of our patients and communities.
Join Our Team
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of a team that¿s transforming healthcare.
Qualifications
Additional Requirements:
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Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160 hour minimum).
OR
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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
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Current Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification with a minimum of one year of experience in clinical medical assisting.
OR
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). OR
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Licensed Paramedic/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years.
OR
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Military trained medical personnel with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years.
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Must Successfully complete all components of Ambulatory orientation as defined by Henry Ford Health.