Medical Assistant - Family Medicine

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Vandercook Lake (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Jackson, MI seeks a Medical Assistant – Family Medicine Townsend to support providers in an ambulatory clinic, performing administrative and clinical tasks and ensuring a compassionate patient experience.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, taking histories and vitals, preparing for exams, documenting in EPIC, and assisting during procedures; strong MA training and BLS-C are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with 160-hour externship or equivalent experience.
• Current BLS-C certification on hire or by end of orientation.
• Preference for EPIC EMR experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable experience.
• Obtain and record accurate medical histories and vital signs.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, assisting providers as needed.
• Perform a variety of clinical tasks to support patient care in an ambulatory setting.
• Utilize EPIC to document patient information efficiently.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Keyboarding

Excellent communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program with 160-hour externship

BLS-C certification

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job 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- Family Medicine Townsend

About the Department

Medical Assistant – Family Medicine - Days

$2,000 Sign on Bonus

The team at Henry Ford Family Medicine – Townsend is committed to delivering comprehensive, quality care for families at every stage of life. Your primary care specialist will provide preventive care and help you or your family members manage chronic conditions to improve quality of life.

By joining our team as a Medical Assistant, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of countless individuals while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.

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:

Greeting and escorting patients to the exam room.
Obtaining medical histories.
The measurement and recording of vital signs.
Preparing patients for an examination/procedure.
Assisting the provider during the examination/procedure.
From the hiring manager “MA must be able to work from 645-7p on any given day.”

SHIFT DETAILS: Monday, Wednesday and Friday

7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday

7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

LOCATION: 400 Hinckley Blvd Ste 100 Jackson, MI 49203

STATUS: Full Time

Role Overview

As a Medical Assistant, you¿ll play a vital role in supporting providers and nursing leadership to deliver exceptional patient care. Your responsibilities will include both administrative and clinical tasks, ensuring a seamless and compassionate patient experience. This role is essential in maintaining the efficiency and quality of care in our ambulatory setting.

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 exam rooms, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable experience.
• Obtain and record accurate medical histories and vital signs.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, assisting providers as needed.
• Perform a variety of clinical tasks to support patient care in an ambulatory setting.
• Utilize electronic medical records (EPIC) to document patient information efficiently.

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, you¿ll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with diverse teams, and the chance to contribute to mission-driven work. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, empowering you to make a difference in healthcare.

Qualifications

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