Medical Assistant Bariatrics

Corewell Health; Grand Haven (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a collaborative and supportive healthcare team dedicated to providing quality care in a close-knit environment. As a Medical Assistant, you'll play a vital role in patient care by taking vitals, managing health records, and assisting with surgical preparations. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a sign-on bonus, and opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about healthcare and thrive in a team-oriented culture, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while enjoying a fulfilling career.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts on restaurants and services

Identity theft protection

Retirement options with contribution match

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; BLS certification within 120 days.
• 1 year of relevant experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates patient flow and prepares patients for visits.
• Maintains electronic health records and ensures quality care.
• Handles administrative duties and supports healthcare team.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Electronic Health Records Management

Data Entry

Vital Signs Measurement

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Competency-based orientation program

Tools

Electronic Health Records Software

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

$3,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE

Provides clinical support to health care professionals to ensure the delivery of quality health care services.

Practice Overview

We have an office at 4100 Lake Drive which is our larger office in Grand Rapids, and at 8333 Felch Street Suite 300 it is a multi-Specialty space within Zeeland Hospital. We have providers that flex to 6 other locations. Some locations we lease staff. We have staff that go to Health Pointe in Grand Haven and North Muskegon.

Medical Assistants take vitals, perform body composition analysis for certain appointments, reconcile medications in patients’ charts, and work with providers and nurses on incoming/outgoing messages to patients. They handle chart preparation, place lab orders, and pend them for providers to review/cosign. They also manage short-term disability and FMLA paperwork, clean rooms, stock supplies, and maintain various handouts. They answer phone calls and retrieve messages.

We hold surgical seminars several times during the week where groups of patients come in to learn about surgical options. The assigned Medical Assistant obtains vitals, collects health history forms, and enters data into the computer if the patient didn’t complete it electronically. They take patient photos during various visits, provide a drafted surgical checklist for surgeons to review with patients, process forms for record releases, create surgical consents, and prepare materials for patients at final decision and pre-op visits.

Office Culture

We have a close-knit culture where everyone works together to support each other. Our staff can freely ask any provider questions, and our surgeons typically thank the staff for their assistance at the end of each office day. We engage in team events throughout the year, often including staff spouses/significant others. We have high engagement scores and a committee that organizes team events and promotes belonging. Monthly education on diversity is provided during staff meetings, and our team recognizes each other at meetings and through 'WOWs'.

Essential Functions

• Facilitates efficient and effective patient flow, including preparing the patient for the visit/admission and providing specific services and education as determined by the providers in accordance with licensure and policy.
• Performs necessary administrative duties to ensure all information is current and updated, including maintenance and monitoring of electronic health records.
• Maintains and cleans the environment, work area, and equipment, and communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Greets and communicates with patients and significant others with care and respect, collaborating with the health care team to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Collects and monitors patient data, reporting needs as directed and documenting care consistent with guidelines.
• Ensures processes and services are continuously monitored for quality, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency, engaging in improvement activities.
• Engages in continuous study of the professional field to maintain competence, completing required training and education.

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

• One of the following Required within 120 Days:
• 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)

• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Required within 120 Days

Physical Demands

• Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs.: Seldom up to 50 lbs.
• Waist to Waist > 5 lbs.: Seldom up to 50 lbs.
• Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs.: Seldom up to 10 lbs.
• Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs.: Seldom up to 5 lbs.
• Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs.: Seldom up to 25 lbs.
• Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs.: Seldom up to 10 lbs.
• Pushing Force > 5 lbs.: Occasionally up to 25 lbs.
• Pulling Force > 5 lbs.: Occasionally up to 20 lbs.
• Sitting: Seldom
• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally
• Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally
• Squat: Seldom
• Stair Climbing: Seldom
• Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
• Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
• Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally
• Handling: Occasionally
• Forceful Grip > 5 lbs.: Occasionally
• Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs.: Occasionally
• Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
• Visual Acuity: Seldom

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.

• Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance.

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status.

Primary Location

SITE - Grand Haven Center - 15100 Whitaker Way - Grand Haven

Department Name

Bariatric Clinic - Grand Rapids - HB

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Tuesday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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