Medical Assistant- Cancer Management Clinic

Henry Ford Health; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks a Medical Assistant for the Cancer Management Clinic. The role supports providers and nursing leadership with administrative and clinical tasks to ensure patient care quality. You will assist in examinations and procedures, document vital signs, and help prepare patients for visits.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of an MA program with externship, and current BLS-C certification by orientation end. EPIC EMR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; MA program with 160-hour externship preferred.
• BLS-C certification expected on hire or by end of orientation.
• EPIC EMR experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms.
• Obtain and record medical histories.
• Measure and document vital signs.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Assist providers during examinations and procedures.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Medical Assistant program with externship (160 hours)

Current BLS-C certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Medical Assistant- Cancer Management Clinic

Full-time

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Role Overview

As a Medical Assistant, you play a vital role in ensuring the delivery of quality and compassionate patient care. You will support providers and nursing leadership by performing a variety of administrative and clinical tasks, contributing directly to the patient experience and the efficiency of our healthcare services.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Greet and escort patients to the exam room, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable experience.
• Obtain and record accurate medical histories to support patient care.
• Measure and document vital signs, contributing to comprehensive patient assessments.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, ensuring readiness and comfort.
• Assist providers during examinations and procedures, facilitating efficient and effective care.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160-hour minimum), or equivalent experience as outlined in the job description.
• Current BLS-C certification upon hire or successful completion by the end of orientation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.
• EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, we foster an environment of growth, collaboration, and mission-driven work. You¿ll have opportunities to develop your career, contribute to innovative healthcare solutions, and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.