Medical Assistant - Cardiology - Full Time/Days - Dearborn

Henry Ford Health System; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Medical Assistant in Cardiology. In this vital role, you'll support patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks, from greeting patients to assisting in examinations. This position offers a full-time schedule with a competitive salary and a $2,000 sign-on bonus. If you have a passion for healthcare and excellent interpersonal skills, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in patients' lives while working in a collaborative environment. Embrace the chance to grow your career with a team dedicated to innovation and excellence in patient care.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with clinical externship or equivalent experience.
• Ability to perform clinical skills related to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients, obtain medical histories and vital signs.
• Prepare patients for exams and assist during procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of medical instruments and exam rooms.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Basic Computer Knowledge

Clinical Skills

EPIC Experience

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Medical Assistant Program Graduate

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Job description

Medical Assistant - Cardiology - Full Time/Days - Dearborn

$2,000.00 Sign-on Bonus

Full-Time Benefit Eligible

Shift: Full Time - 40 Hours - Monday through Friday 8AM to 5PM

• Typically 8am-4:30pm, 8:30am-5pm, 9am-5:30pm shifts, rotating open and closing shifts.

Location: Premier Cardiovascular Specialists - Dearborn - 20200 Outer Drive Dearborn, MI 48124

Department Information:

Founded in 1915, the Henry Ford Medical Group (HFMG) has established itself as one of the premier group practices in the nation. The 2,600+-member group of physicians, advanced practice providers and researchers fosters innovation and advancement in patient care, education and research while encouraging improvements in technology and patient care processes. Throughout its history, the HFMG has attracted physicians and researchers who are driven to discover and deliver new and better solutions to the most complex health challenges. They have global improvements to care in areas ranging from neuroscience and cancer to transplant and heart disease.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under direct supervision of the provider and nursing leadership, the Medical Assistant performs a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to assist in the quality and compassionate care provided to patients. These duties may include but are not limited to the greeting and escorting of patients to the exam room, obtaining medical histories, the measurement and recording of vital signs, preparing patients for an examination/procedure, and assisting the provider during the examination/procedure.

Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist patients upon arrival
• Obtain and record patient medical histories and vital signs
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist physicians during exams
• Administer medications and injections as directed by a physician
• Perform basic lab tests and collect/prep lab specimens
• Schedule patient appointments and manage medical records
• Answer phones, respond to inquiries, and handle patient correspondence
• Maintain cleanliness and sterilization of medical instruments and exam rooms
• Provide patient education and instructions on medical procedures or care
• Assist in minor surgical procedures and wound care
• Manage inventory and order medical supplies as needed
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and maintain patient confidentiality

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills preferred.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills as related to ambulatory patient care preferred.
• Ability to problem-solve preferred.
• Possess effective interpersonal and communication skills preferred.
• EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160 hour minimum).
• OR Graduate from a Medical Assistant program without completion of a clinical externship but with a minimum one-year experience in clinical medical assisting within the past five (5) years.
• OR Current Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in clinical medical assisting.
• OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• OR Licensed Paramedic/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years.
• OR Military trained medical personnel with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Current BLS-C upon hire or successful completion by end of orientation.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Medical Group
• Department: PCS - Dearborn MG
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable