Lead-Medical Assistant - Family Medicine

Henry Ford Health; Burton (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit is seeking a Lead-Medical Assistant to support a Family Medicine clinic. You will prepare patients for exams, handle clerical tasks, and assist in a busy ambulatory setting.

Candidates must complete an accredited medical assisting program, have a clinical externship, 3 years MA experience, and active BLS. CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA certification is preferred. Familiarity with EHR and leadership experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAAHEP/ABHES Medical Assistant program or an equivalent program with five years of verifiable clinical MA experience.
• Complete a clinical externship.
• Three years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills for ambulatory care.
• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.
• Successful completion of HFMG pharmacology class and test.
• Current BLS-C certificate.
• One of CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), CCMA (NHA), or NCMA (NCCT) certifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and assist with clinical procedures.
• Perform clerical duties related to clinic activities with accurate documentation.
• Support the Office Supervisor/Manager in managing the clinic’s support functions.
• Occasionally function as receptionist, medical assistant, or lab assistant as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment to enhance patient experience.

Skills

Clinical procedures

Ambulatory care

Computer skills

Keyboarding

Leadership experience

Education

CMA (AAMA)

RMA (AMT)

CCMA (NHA)

NCMA (NCCT)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Lead-Medical Assistant - Family Medicine

• Full-time
• Job Type: 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.

Lead-Medical Assistant - Henry Ford Health

Job Title

Lead-Medical Assistant - Family Medicine

Role Overview

As a Lead-Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the health care clinic by preparing patients for examination and managing clerical tasks. Under the supervision of the Office Supervisor/Manager, you will ensure the smooth operation of support functions, occasionally stepping into roles such as receptionist, medical assistant, or lab assistant. Your work directly contributes to the efficiency and quality of patient care.

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

• Prepare patients for examination and assist with clinical procedures.
• Perform clerical duties related to clinic activities, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
• Support the Office Supervisor/Manager in managing the clinic’s support functions.
• Occasionally function as a receptionist, medical assistant, or lab assistant as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment to enhance patient experience.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAAHEP or ABHES Medical Assistant Program, or a formal medical assistant program with a minimum of five years continuous work experience as a Medical Assistant with verifiable clinical experience.
• Completion of a clinical externship.
• Three (3) years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills related to ambulatory patient care.
• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.
• Successful completion of HFMG pharmacology class and test.
• Current BLS-C certificate.
• One of the following certifications: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from AAMA, Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from AMT, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from NHA, or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from NCCT.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a medical assistant setting.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.

What We Offer

Join a team where your growth is our priority. Collaborate with dedicated professionals, engage in mission-driven work, and access continuous learning opportunities to advance your career in healthcare.