Medical Assistant - Clinical Diagnostic

University Of Michigan; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution where your medical assisting skills can shine! This role offers you the chance to engage in complex clinical testing in a dynamic outpatient environment, paving the way for future career advancements. You'll play a vital role in supporting patients and assisting providers with essential tests. The culture at this esteemed organization emphasizes inclusivity and respect, making it a place where your contributions truly matter. If you're passionate about patient care and want to be part of a mission-driven team, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage

2:1 Match on retirement savings

Tuition Reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Medical Assistant program preferred.
• 0-3 years of patient care experience based on level.

Responsibilities

• Assist with specialty-specific diagnostic tests and IV starts.
• Administer medications and complete clinical duties as assigned.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Patient Care

Diagnostic Testing

IV Starts

Sterile Field Setup

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records System

Job description

Working at Michigan Medicine affords you the opportunity to use your medical assisting skills while performing complex clinical testing in a fast-paced, outpatient specialty environment. This role could serve as a springboard into other technical jobs in the health field. If you have a desire to support patients by assisting providers with performing important tests, this may be the job for you!

Perks and Benefits:

• Sign-On Bonus!
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Growth opportunities to higher seniority positions
• Management that provides quality training and direction

Applications to this posting will be considered for openings in the following areas:

• Ambulatory Diagnostic Treatment Unit (ADTU)
• Cardiovascular
• Cancer
• Pulmonary
• Allergy
• Ophthalmology
• And other diagnostic-based outpatient services

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.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Company Culture:

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care — that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. With an abiding commitment to respecting the dignity of every individual, we foster an inclusive workforce in our values and actions. Working here means you’re a valued member of the Michigan family where tolerance and acceptance of people of all backgrounds is our highest goal.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with and may perform specialty-specific diagnostic tests such as: electrocardiograms, Fine Needle Aspirations, Fibro Scans, basic Spirometry, Skin Tests, Diagnostic monitoring, Holter Monitor assistance, vision related testing including visual fields, contact lens trainings, intra ocular injection preps, scanning of the retina.
• Assist with IV starts.
• Set up Sterile Fields.
• Administer medications/immunizations, injections as directed.
• May complete general administrative duties as assigned including; Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Disability and Return to Work forms, Electronic Medical Record in-basket messages, etc.
• Complete other clinical and non-clinical duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications*

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Graduated from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR an equivalent combination of patient care related education and patient care experience
  • 0-1 years of patient care experience for an Assistant level
  • 1-3 years of patient care experience for an Associate level
• Knowledge of basic Medical Terminology
• Moderate standing/walking, as well as, lifting, positioning, pushing and/or transferring patient.

Desired Qualifications*

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or (RMA).
• Experience working within a large complex health care setting.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records system.
• Experience working in a clinical outpatient or inpatient setting that performs focused clinical testing.

Work Schedule

Full Time hours, 40 hours per week, weekday schedule will vary depending on location/clinic. May be occasional weekends.

Work Locations

Ann Arbor and Surrounding Medical Group/Health Center Locations

Union Affiliation

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Opening ID

258781

Working Title

Medical Assistant

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM Amb Care Admin

Posting Begin/End Date

1/10/2025 - 1/24/2025