Medical Assistant

Weston&Sampson, Inc.; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Michigan University seeks a Medical Assistant to join the Sindecuse Health Center in Kalamazoo. The role focuses on direct patient care, intake, and preparing patients for exams, while supporting clinicians across procedures and education.

The position requires a certificate program and one year of related experience, with duties including lab work, radiology, immunizations, documentation and maintaining supplies. WMU offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Nine month to one-year certificate program in related field.
• CMA / RMA / CCMA or eligible to take certification examination within 6 months of hire.
• One year of relevant experience.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Direct patient care clinical experience.
• First Aid/ CPR / AED certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides intake and initial patient evaluation and prepares patients for exams.
• Processes lab specimens and performs point-of-care testing.
• Assists clinicians with examinations and educates patients on health topics.
• Performs procedures such as suture removal, ECGs, vision testing, wound care.
• Prepares and administers medications and immunizations per protocols.
• Uses electronic medical records and ensures accurate documentation and appointment scheduling.
• Handles infectious and hazardous waste per OSHA/CDC guidelines.
• Engages in continuing education to maintain Medical Assistant certification and safety training.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and coordinates referrals.
• Stocks and maintains exam rooms with supplies and equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Written communication

Verbal communication

Patient care experience

First Aid/ CPR / AED

Education

Medical Assistant certificate program

CMA / RMA / CCMA certification or eligible

Job description

Posting Summary

College

Executive Area

Department

Department Sindecuse Health Center

Posting Number

Posting Number S1730P

Job Type

Job Type Full Time, Regular

Pay Type

Pay Type Nonexempt/Hourly

Pay Grade

Pay Grade C

Campus Location

Campus Location WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus

Salary Range

Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 2

General Summary

Provides direct patient care, instruction and education to patients.

Major Duties

• Provides intake and initial patient evaluation. Prepares patients for exams and treatments. Identifies and assists patients with special needs.
• Processes lab specimens. Completes and enters results for all point of care testing. Performs general radiologic (x-rays) exams and uploads findings to electronic medical records.
• Assists the attending clinician with a variety of examinations and procedures. Provides patient education on topics such as diet, contraceptives, clinical procedures and overall health issues.
• Performs procedures, including but not limited to suture removal, electrocardiograms, vision testing, ear lavage, wound care, compression wraps and respiratory testing.
• Prepares and administers oral and parenteral medications and immunizations as ordered. Ensures compliance with standing protocols.
• Utilizes an electronic medical record system. Ensures accurate documentation and appointment scheduling consistent with needs of patients and continuity of care.
• Processes infectious and hazardous medical waste material according to Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards and Centers for Disease Control guidelines. Conducts processing and sterilization procedures for instruments and materials used in clinical care of patients.
• Participates in continuing education activities to maintain required Medical Assistant certification, Basic Life Support training, and radiation safety.
• Ensures patient confidentiality in accordance with federal law. Coordinates patient referrals and monitors status to ensure timeliness of appointing to specialty care.
• Stocks and maintains exam rooms with standard levels of supplies, medications, linens, forms, and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Nine month to one-year certificate program in related field from an accredited institution.
• Certified Medical Assistant ( CMA ), Registered Medical Assistant ( RMA ), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant ( CCMA ), or eligible to take certification examination within 6 months of hire.
• One year of relevant experience.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Direct patient care clinical experience.
• First Aid/ CPR / AED certification.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in radiology, or a willingness to complete on the job training.

Additional Position Information

• This posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies.
• Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to: https://www.wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-staff .

Physical requirements and working conditions

• Office or other indoor work with minimal physical demands such as occasionally lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds. Assists with patients in wheelchairs and transfers to/from exam tables.
• Work is performed with exposure to any number of elements which may occasionally require some precautions such as safety glasses, protective clothing, ear protection, etc. Work with infectious waste, biohazardous materials, radiation exposure, and patient specimens.

WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Protected veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.