Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine
Henry Ford Health
- Location
- Onsite (Davison, MI)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the role
Henry Ford Health is a leading academic medical center seeking a Medical Assistant to support internal medicine providers. The role involves clinical and administrative duties to ensure high-quality patient care in a collaborative 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
Medical Assistant - Henry Ford Health
Job Title
Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine
About the Department
Join one of Michigan's largest physician organizations, delivering coordinated care across primary and specialty practices throughout the region. Henry Ford Medical Group offers collaborative teamwork, access to leading clinical resources, and opportunities to build lasting relationships with patients and communities.
Henry Ford Internal Medicine - Davison Road
8477 Davison Rd
Davison, MI 48423
Full Time Days
Role Overview
As a Medical Assistant, you play a vital role in providing quality and compassionate care to patients. Under the supervision of providers and nursing leadership, you¿ll perform administrative and clinical tasks to ensure a seamless patient experience. Your work directly supports healthcare providers in delivering exceptional care, making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.
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 environment.
- 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 efficient operation of the clinical practice.
- Assist in maintaining a clean and organized patient care area.
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 years, OR Current Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification with a minimum of one year 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 a clinical medical setting within the past five years, OR Military trained medical personnel with at least one-year clinical experience in a clinical medical setting within the past five years.
- Current BLS-C 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, collaboration with diverse teams, and the chance to contribute to mission-driven work. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, empowering you to make a difference in healthcare.
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.