Ambulatory Medical Assistant – Vital Signs & Lab

University of Michigan Health-West; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan Health-West is seeking a Medical Assistant for SW Wyoming, responsible for both administrative and clinical tasks in an ambulatory setting. You will handle medical records, patient communications, vital signs, and assisting providers during examinations. Role requires MA certification, BLS by deadline, and strong interpersonal skills.

Prior MA experience is preferred. The position supports a collaborative care team and emphasizes infection prevention and accurate

Qualifications

• High school degree or GED required.
• Current Certification as Medical Assistant required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required by 3/1/2025.
• Previous experience as Medical Assistant preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with the medical team.
• Ability to communicate with patients and staff with diplomacy and tact.
• Ability to operate medical equipment safely and correctly.
• Knowledge of infection prevention & control standards and practices.
• Flexible, organized and able to function under stress.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Intermediate experience with computers and information systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure reports, test results, labs and correspondence are available before the patient’s appointment.
• Escort patients to exam room, interview, measure vital signs and document in medical records.
• Review patient records to determine needed services and referrals status.
• Assist physician or practitioners during examination or procedure.
• Provide patient with information and instructions as authorized.
• Keep exam room stocked and prepare instruments for sterilization.
• Provide clerical support including forms, phones, and records requests.
• Clean rooms between patient visits per infection control standards.
• Administer medications and immunizations as directed.
• Process messages between patients, front office and providers.
• Process messages and callbacks to patients, offices and pharmacies.
• Process medication refills per protocols.
• Maintain logs and required checks (temps, meds, oxygen, etc.).
• Perform EKGs and CLIA-waived in-office tests.
• Collect blood samples and non-blood specimens.
• Participate in process improvements to enhance patient care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication with patients

Team collaboration

Infection prevention & control

Multi-tasking

Computer & EMR proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certification

Tools

EMR software experience

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

University of Michigan Health-West is seeking a Medical Assistant for SW Wyoming, responsible for both administrative and clinical tasks in an ambulatory setting. You will handle medical records, patient communications, vital signs, and assisting providers during examinations. Role requires MA certification, BLS by deadline, and strong interpersonal skills.

Prior MA experience is preferred. The position supports a collaborative care team and emphasizes infection prevention and accurate