Medical Assistant - Cont - OBGYN

Henry Ford Health; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Michigan is hiring a Medical Assistant to support providers and the care team across Royal Oak and satellite clinics. This contingent role requires excellent patient interaction, clinical skills, and the ability to cover multiple sites as needed.

You will greet patients, take histories, measure vitals, prepare for exams, assist during procedures, and ensure smooth clinic flow under supervision of clinicians. Epic EMR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• EPIC EMR experience preferred.
• Formal Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Externship or clinical experience required.
• Multiple site coverage and flexible scheduling understood.
• Licensed practical nurse or EMT acceptable with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms and maintain a welcoming environment.
• Take medical histories and record vital signs for patient assessments.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, ensuring comfort.
• Assist physicians during examinations and procedures with needed tools.
• Demonstrate clinical competence in ambulatory patient care tasks.

Skills

Epic EMR experience

MA certification (CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA)

Clinical externship (160 hours)

Clinical medical assisting experience

LPN or EMT background

Education

Medical Assistant program graduate with externship (160h)

Medical Assistant program graduate without externship + 1 year clinical experience

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)/RMA/CCMA/NCMA or LPN license

Military medical training with clinical experience

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Company Description

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.

Job Description

Medical Assistant - Henry Ford Health

Job Title

Medical Assistant - Cont

Shift Hours

This is a contingent position with Royal Oak as Primary / main site and person is required to cover two other sites as per need

• Flexible timing in between 6:30 am - 5:00 pm

• 2-3 days / week - Occasional Saturdays

Location

1. Royal Oak -110 E 2nd St, Royal Oak, MI 48067

2. West Bloomfield 6777 W. Maple Rd., West Bloomfield, MI 48322

3. Bloomfield Township -1961 S Telegraph Rd, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302

About the Department

Join one of Michigan's largest physician organizations, Henry Ford Medical Group, where we deliver coordinated care across primary and specialty practices throughout the region. Our team is dedicated to collaborative teamwork, providing access to leading clinical resources, and building lasting relationships with patients and communities. Be part of a group that is committed to excellence in patient care and innovation in healthcare delivery.

Role Overview

As a Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing quality and compassionate care to our patients. Working under the direct supervision of providers and nursing leadership, you will perform a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to support patient care. Your work will directly contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of our healthcare team, ensuring patients receive the best possible experience.

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 environment.
• Take medical histories and measure/record vital signs to assist in patient assessments.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, ensuring they are informed and at ease.
• Assist physicians during examinations and procedures, providing necessary support and tools.
• Demonstrate clinical competence in performing a wide variety of clinical skills related to ambulatory patient care.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

• EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience preferred.

• Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA/CMA),American Medical Technologists (RMA),National Health Career Associations Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), andNational Center for Competency Testing National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) 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.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, we offer opportunities for career growth, collaboration with diverse teams, and the chance to engage in mission-driven work that makes a real difference. You¿ll have access to continuous learning and development, empowering you to advance your skills and contribute to our shared success.