Medical Assistant

Loyal Source; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Source is seeking a Medical Assistant in Detroit to perform both administrative and clinical tasks, including vital signs, exam prep, and record maintenance. The role acts as a bridge between examiner and claimant to ensure smooth office operations.

The position offers base pay plus health and welfare fringe benefits, with responsibilities spanning clinical duties and administrative duties such as check-in/out and order entry for diagnostics. BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with claimants effectively.
• Strong attention to detail to review claimant records.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology.
• Proficiency with computer systems for EMR.
• Up-to-date BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs (blood pressure and pulse).
• Prepare claimant for examination (ECG testing/PFT).
• Draw blood for lab tests.
• Perform Pulmonary Function Testing.
• Perform Electrocardiogram – uploading for official reading.
• Calibrate equipment (PFT machine daily, AED monthly).
• Chaperone claimant during an examination.
• Check-in/Check-out claimants.
• Order entry for diagnostic testing (labs/sleep study/X-rays/PFTs).
• Review of medical records.
• Answer phone calls and greet claimants.
• Manage clinic flow.
• Maintain medical supplies (order as inventory is low and remove expiring items).

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Medical terminology

Multitasking

EMR proficiency

Safety protocols

BLS certified

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Medical Assistant

Performs both administrative and clinical tasks in the clinical setting, including taking vital signs, preparing for exams (equipment and exam rooms), cleaning of both exam rooms and equipment after completion of examination, maintaining medical records, confirming appointments, essentially acting as a bridge between the examiner and the claimant to ensure smooth office operations.

Pay: Base + H&W Fringe = $22.14 – $27.23/hour

Key responsibilities of a medical assistant:

• Clinical duties:
• Take vital signs (blood pressure and pulse)
• Prepare claimant for examination (Electrocardiogram testing/Pulmonary Function Testing)
• Draw blood for lab tests
• Perform Pulmonary Function Testing
• Perform Electrocardiogram – uploading for official reading
• Calibrate equipment (Pulmonary Function machine – daily, AED – monthly)
• Chaperone claimant during an examination
• Administrative duties:
• Check-in/Check-out claimants
• Order entry for diagnostic testing (labs/sleep study/X-rays/PFTs)
• Review of medical records
• Answer phone calls and greet claimants
• Manage clinic flow
• Maintain medical supplies(order as inventory is low and remove expiring/expired items)

Required skills for a medical assistant:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with claimants effectively
• Strong attention to detail to ensure accurate claimant record’s review
• Basic understanding of medical terminology
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
• Proficiency with computer systems for electronic medical records (EMR)
• Ability to follow established medical protocols and safety guidelines
• Up-to-date BLS certification

About Loyal Source

Loyal Source provides healthcare and technology solutions designed to improve outcomes and support mission-critical operations. Guided by innovation and purpose, we help organizations achieve success across complex challenges worldwide. Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

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