Coor- Medical Assistants - Internal Medicine

Henry Ford Health; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to oversee daily outpatient clinic operations, schedule patient appointments, and manage medical and office supplies to support efficient care delivery.

The role emphasizes ensuring continuity of care by scheduling the appropriate personnel and collaborating with healthcare providers to enhance patient experiences.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAAHEP or ABHES Medical Assistant program with verifiable clinical experience.
• Two years of experience as a Medical Assistant with clinical duties.
• Completion of a clinical externship; experience in ambulatory patient care.
• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.
• Successful completion of Henry Ford Medical Group pharmacology class and test.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of an outpatient clinic to ensure efficiency.
• Schedule patient appointments effectively to optimize care delivery.
• Manage medical and office supplies to maintain clinic readiness.
• Ensure continuity of care by scheduling responsible personnel.

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Coor- Medical Assistants - Internal Medicine

• Full-time

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 Title

Medical Assistant

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, leveraging leading clinical resources, and building lasting relationships with patients and communities. Be part of a group that values excellence in patient care and professional growth.

Role Overview

As a Medical Assistant, you will oversee the daily functioning of an outpatient clinic, ensuring efficient operations. You¿ll manage patient appointments, control medical and office supplies, and ensure continuity of care by scheduling responsible personnel. Your role is vital in supporting healthcare providers and enhancing patient experiences.

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

• Oversee the daily operations of an outpatient clinic to ensure efficiency.
• Schedule patient appointments effectively to optimize care delivery.
• Manage medical and office supplies to maintain clinic readiness.
• Ensure continuity of care by scheduling responsible personnel.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or
• Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) Medical Assistant Program or graduate of a formal medical assistant program with a minimum of five years continuous work as Medical Assistant with verifiable clinical experience.
• Completion of a clinical externship. Two (2) years of experience as a Medical Assistant. Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills as related to ambulatory patient care.
• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.
• Successful completion of Henry Ford Medical Group (HFMG) pharmacology class and test.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED

• Current BLS-C certificate.
• One of the following is required. Failure retain certification/registration will result in termination from employment with HFHS:
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) eligible for Certification by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
  • Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologist organization (AMT)
  • Certification by the National Healthcare Association (NHA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
  • Certification from the National Center for Competency Testing (CCT), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an Internal Medicine or primary care setting
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems

What We Offer

Join a team where career growth, collaboration, and mission-driven work thrive. We provide opportunities for learning and development, empowering you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.