Medical Assistant - Family Practice

Henry Ford Health; Michigan; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our Moross Road campus team. You will support providers and nursing leadership, handling administrative and clinical tasks to ensure a seamless patient experience.

The ideal candidate completes a Medical Assistant program with externship, holds current BLS-C, and is ready to work in a fast-paced, compassionate environment that values patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160-hour minimum), or equivalent experience.
• Current BLS-C certification upon hire or by end of orientation.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to the exam room.
• Obtain and record accurate medical histories to support patient care.
• Measure and record vital signs for comprehensive patient assessments.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, ensuring they are informed and at ease.
• Assist providers during examinations and procedures, facilitating efficient and effective care.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Keyboarding skills

EPIC experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program + 160-hour externship

BLS-C certification

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

About the Department

Join our dedicated team at the Moross Road campus, a cornerstone of care for Detroit's east side and the Grosse Pointes. Our location offers a unique blend of community connection, with easy access to lakefront parks and historic architecture. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, patient-centered care in a setting that values both tradition and innovation. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact in the lives of our neighbors and the broader community.

Role Overview

As a Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting providers and nursing leadership to deliver exceptional patient care. Your responsibilities will span both administrative and clinical tasks, ensuring a seamless and compassionate patient experience. This role is essential in maintaining the high standards of care that Henry Ford Health is known for.

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.
• Obtain and record accurate medical histories to support patient care.
• Measure and record vital signs, contributing to comprehensive patient assessments.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, ensuring they are informed and at ease.
• Assist providers during examinations and procedures, facilitating efficient and effective care.

Qualifications

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 advance your career, work alongside dedicated professionals, and contribute to innovative solutions that improve lives. Join us in making a difference every day.