Medical Assistant/Associate (Infusion) - Brighton Center for Specialty Care

Michigan Medicine; Brighton (MI); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

2:1 retirement match

Professional growth

Work with physicians and nurses

Job summary

Michigan Medicine's Brighton Center for Specialty Care in Brighton, MI seeks compassionate Medical Assistants to support the Infusion Department. You will ensure a soothing environment, assist with vital signs, medications, EKGs, and patient flow, while maintaining charts in MiChart.

This role requires a high school diploma or GED and MA program completion or healthcare coursework; hybrid work options available; union environment; schedule details will be discussed during hiring.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of Medical Assistant program or equivalent healthcare coursework (1–3 years).
• Knowledge of clinical workflows and basic medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Support Infusion Department with patient prep and care.
• Obtain vital signs, medications, and assist with procedures.
• Maintain patient rooms and MiChart documentation.
• Perform EKGs, pulse oximetry, and glucometry.

Skills

Vital signs

Clinical workflows

MiChart documentation

Education

Medical Assistant program

Healthcare coursework

Job description

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

The Brighton Center for Specialty Care is one of the newer University of Michigan Ambulatory Care facilities dedicated to providing high quality health care services for adults and children. The 2-story facility is located at 7500 Challis in Brighton, MI. We are actively seeking compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-focused individuals who will share in the goal of crafting the ideal experience for our patients, families and employees.

Responsibilities*

• This position will primarily focus on supporting the Brighton Center for Specialty Care Infusion department, but may be asked to support other areas at Brighton Center for Specialty Care as part of their regular job duties.
• As a Medical Assistant in our Infusion Department, you will help us offer our patients a soothing and caring environment for infusion services. Infusion is the administration of fluids, including medication, through the vein and into the bloodstream by intravenous means, which allows us to provide treatment to our patients suffering from cancer, rheumatoid and gastrointestinal diseases and/or disorders.
• In these specialized departments you will master the ability to obtain vital signs, height and weight to help calculate drug dosages accurately. In addition to these skills and the abilities you already possess as a Medical Assistant, you will be responsible for: ensuring patients are efficiently moving through examination, consultation and treatment rooms; preparing, cleaning, and stocking patient and procedure rooms; obtaining and updating medication lists along with medical and surgical histories; performing EKGs, pulse oximeters, and glucometers; tracking external labs; and administrative tasks such as calling patients for inside and outside facilities, entering notes into MiChart, and faxing, copying, printing and scanning patient records.

Required Qualifications*

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR current enrollment in, or completion of coursework in a healthcare professional program (e.g., medical school, PA program, nursing program, or related clinical training) OR an equivalent combination of education and experience (1-3 years).
• Demonstrated knowledge of clinical workflows, patient care, and basic medical terminology

Desired Qualifications*

• Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) , Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA)
• Experience working within a large, complex health care setting.
• Familiarity with UMHS electronic medical record systems.
• Knowledge of University policies and procedures.

Why Work at Michigan?

You will play an integral role within our institution, and are important to providing the highest quality service to patients and their loved ones. We are eager to assist you in becoming a well-rounded employee and individual, and to help you advance in your career. Don't hesitate - join our team today, and help you provide remarkable assistance to our patients in Brighton and surrounding areas.

What perks and benefits can you look forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings
• 75% Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Leaders who provide quality training and direction
• Direct communication and partnership with Nurse Practitioners and Physicians
• Potential exposure to many Specialty Care Departments

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

Currently the Clinic Hours are 7:00am - 7:30pm Monday through Friday and 8:00am - 4:30pm on Saturdays. Shift will be determined upon hire.

Additional Information

Physical Requirements

You will be required to do some moderate standing and walking, as well as lift, position, push, and/or transfer patients.

Training

As part of the orientation training process, your training may be held at multiple locations.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.