Medical Assistant Ambulatory Resource Center

Corewell Health; Lake Odessa (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated clinical support staff to enhance healthcare delivery in the Ionia/Lake Odessa areas. This role offers both full-time and part-time opportunities, providing essential support across over 200 practices. Responsibilities include assisting healthcare professionals with patient care, performing vital checks, and managing electronic records. With a commitment to quality healthcare, this position not only offers a chance to make a significant impact but also provides a comprehensive benefits package to support work-life balance. Join a team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion while ensuring a safe environment for all.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts on restaurants and services

Optional identity theft protection

Retirement options with employer contributions

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of relevant experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Rooming patients and obtaining vital signs.
• Preparing and administering medications and immunizations.
• Updating electronic medical records and managing clinical tasks.

Skills

Patient Care

Medical History Taking

Vital Signs Measurement

Electronic Medical Records (Epic)

Medication Administration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certification in Medical Assisting

Tools

Epic

Job description

Position Support Details

This position will primarily support the Ionia/Lake Odessa areas.

Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities available. Minimum team member availability of 2 shifts (8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) per week required (32 hours per 2-week pay period).

Available Days: Monday - Friday

Core Hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Role Overview

Provides clinical support to healthcare professionals to ensure the delivery of quality healthcare services. Team members hired into the Ambulatory Resource Center will provide temporary clinical staffing support at over 200 Corewell Health West ambulatory practices across the system. Assignments vary from 1 day (covering ill calls, scheduled vacations, etc.) to 3-4 months (covering leaves of absence, open positions, etc.). This role requires some travel to various sites around West Michigan, with team members not required to travel over 45 miles (one way) from their home address on file.

Essential Functions

• Rooming patients (obtaining vitals, chief complaints, medical histories, medication reconciliation)
• Preparing patients for exams and assisting physicians during exams
• Performing Point of Care (POC) testing, electrocardiograms (ECGs), wound care
• Preparing and administering medications, including immunizations and injections
• Updating patient electronic medical records (Epic)
• Cleaning and stocking rooms
• Answering phones and creating patient encounters
• Refilling prescriptions and managing clinical administrative tasks (chart prep, Epic In-basket management)

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Successful completion of a competency-based orientation program required

• 1 year of relevant experience in a physician practice or healthcare setting preferred

• Within 120 days, must obtain one of the following certifications:
• AAMA Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
• AMT Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
• NHA Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA)
• NCCT Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)
• NAHP Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA or ARC required within 120 days

Corewell Health Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and work/life balance goals
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
• Retirement options with employer contributions and matching

Eligibility for benefits depends on employment type and status.

Position Details

Location: Corewell Health Place, 100 Corewell Drive NW, Grand Rapids

Department: Resource Center - CHMG West

Employment Type: Part-time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Weekly Hours: 8

Hours of Work: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Days Worked: Variable, Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency: N/A

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Corewell Health is committed to a safe environment and a drug-free workplace. Compliance with vaccination requirements is required for on-site or hybrid roles. We support accommodations for disabilities, pregnancy, or religious beliefs. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. For application assistance, call 616.486.7447.