Medical Assistant Float (16 to 40 hours/week)

Henry Ford Health; West Bloomfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant Float to join their dynamic team. This role involves floating to various clinics, providing essential support to ensure quality patient care. With a flexible schedule of 16 to 40 hours per week, you will engage in both administrative and clinical tasks, from greeting patients to assisting during examinations. Ideal candidates will have a Medical Assistant certification and a strong commitment to compassionate care. Join a forward-thinking organization that values teamwork and offers opportunities for professional growth in a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with externship or clinical experience.
• Current BLS certification required; CMA or RMA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative and clinical tasks to support patient care.
• Greet patients, take medical histories, and record vital signs.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Competence

Basic Computer Skills

Medical History Taking

Vital Signs Recording

Education

Medical Assistant Program

Current BLS Certification

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Military-trained Medical Personnel

Job description

Medical Assistant Float (16 to 40 hours/week)

Join to apply for the Medical Assistant Float (16 to 40 hours/week) role at Henry Ford Health.

Henry Ford Health System’s internal staffing resource pool ensures sufficient staffing throughout our health system. It addresses unplanned or short-term staffing needs due to vacations, call-offs, leave of absences, or increases in census or acuity.

Medical Assistants will float to various Henry Ford clinics to provide coverage. Minimum commitment is 2 days per week with opportunities to work up to a full schedule. Must be flexible on location and clinic.

Hours are primarily Monday through Friday, 8-hour shifts. Occasional weekend opportunities (optional) with pay differential.

Under supervision of providers and nursing leadership, performs administrative and clinical tasks to support quality, compassionate patient care. Responsibilities include greeting and escorting patients, taking medical histories, recording vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and assisting during examinations/procedures. Demonstrates clinical competence as a Medical Assistant.

Education/Experience Requirements

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with a clinical externship (minimum 160 hours) and at least one year of verifiable clinical experience OR
• Graduate from a Medical Assistant program without externship but with at least one year of recent clinical medical assisting experience within the past five years.

• Current recognized Medical Assistant Certification with at least five years of clinical experience.

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

• Licensed Paramedic/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with at least one year of clinical experience.

• Military-trained medical personnel with at least one year of recent clinical experience in a medical setting within the past five years. Ability to perform a wide range of clinical skills related to ambulatory patient care.

• Basic computer skills and keyboarding.

• Successful completion of HFMG pharmacology class and test.

Certifications/Licenses Required

• Current BLS (American Heart Association).
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) preferred.

Additional Information

• Organization: Corporate Services
• Department: Best Choice Program
• Shift: Variable
• Union Code: Not Applicable

Job Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare, Insurance, Wellness and Fitness Services