Medical Assistant - Gastroenterology - Days

Henry Ford Health System; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health System is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant for their Gastroenterology team in Jackson, MI. This full-time role involves various clinical and administrative tasks that contribute to quality patient care. As part of a supportive environment, you will have the opportunity to impact lives positively while handling essential triage duties and assisting healthcare providers directly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Current BLS-C required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Greeting and escorting patients to the exam room.
• Obtaining medical histories and recording vital signs.
• Assisting the provider during examinations and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Graduate of a Medical Assistant program

Current BLS Certification

Tools

EPIC (Electronic Medical Record)

Job description

Medical Assistant - Gastroenterology Days

$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS

Conditions that affect the digestive system can impact your everyday life. Our team of experts at Henry Ford Digestive Health - Jackson provides comprehensive care for digestive system disorders.

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.

SHIFT DETAILS: Days

LOCATION: 205 S East Ave Jackson, MI 49201

STATUS: Full Time, 40 hours per week

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

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


• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills preferred.


• Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills as related to ambulatory patient care preferred.


• Ability to problem-solve preferred. Possess effective interpersonal and communication skills preferred.


• EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience preferred.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

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


• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills preferred.


• Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills as related to ambulatory patient care preferred.


• Ability to problem-solve preferred. Possess effective interpersonal and communication skills preferred.


• EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience 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.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

Current BLS-C upon hire or successful completion by end of orientation.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital


• Department: Allegiance Gastroenterology


• Shift: Day Job


• Union Code: Not Applicable