Medical Assistant II

Michigan Institute Of Urology

Troy (MI)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Michigan Institute Of Urology is seeking a Medical Assistant II to support urological services. The MA II will perform administrative and clinical duties, greet patients, take vitals, prepare exams, and assist physicians during visits.

With 6 months experience in a physician’s office and MA certification preferred, the role requires HIPAA compliance, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Minimal travel and full-time schedule.

Qualifications

Graduate of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent.
6 months experience in a physician’s office; urology experience preferred.
Medical Assistant Certification or Registration preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and schedule patient appointments with physicians and staff.
Take vital signs and prepare patients for examinations.
Assist physicians during examinations and procedures.
Perform phlebotomy and basic lab tests as directed.
Record medical history and maintain patient records accurately.
Ensure HIPAA-compliant documentation and patient confidentiality.
Open/close the office and maintain patient logs as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

EMR knowledge

Practice management

Independent worker

Project management

Vendor relations

Database management

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

HIPAA compliance

Attention to detail

Education

Medical Assistant Certification or Registration preferred

Medical Assistant program graduate

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY

The Medical Assistant II (MA II) supports the delivery of urological services, performs work as required and functions as an effective member of the interdisciplinary team. The Medical Assistant II is tasked to perform routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the medical offices running smoothly. This position collaborates/work with staff within their practice or other professional disciplines within the affiliated medical groups as needed to achieve effective and efficient patient care delivery and the desired patient outcomes.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES

The MA II will perform various administrative and clinical duties under the direction of their assigned direct supervisor.
The MA II will consistently confer with physicians, nursing, and other staff members to coordinate and schedule appointments of patients.
Performs additional responsibilities within the office that encompasses at least 50% of their daily time.
Greets and prepare patients.
Measures and records vital signs.
Records patient interview, history, and chief complaint.
Provides patient education with regards to medications, management of diseases, home treatments and special diets.
Prepares patients for examinations and performs routing screening tests.
Assists physicians with exams.
Preforms phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens. Performs basic lab tests.
Performs EKG’s.
Assists with X-ray and physician therapy procedures.
Prepares and administers medications with physician authorization.
Change dressings, applies bandages, removes sutures and other first aid procedures.
Uses CPR skills when necessary.
Prepares accurate, legal, and ethical documentation at all times.
Opens office in the morning and closes in the afternoon.
Assist in maintaining patient logs for the following: Lab requests, CT scans and other treatment orders for the patients.
Maintains prescription ledger when needed.
Ensures the back office has good flow, keeps rooms full and assists with room turnover.
Performs new patient thorough work‑up (x‑rays, vitals, new patient packet explanation).
Adds medical history on all new patients and accurately updates all established patients’ history.
Performs accurate and complete room set‑up for physician.
Ensures that all patients medication is updated before physician visit.
Handles set‑up for in‑office surgical procedures.
Ensures appropriate consent form is completed correctly avoiding the use of too many medical abbreviations within the consent forms.
Scribe as assigned per physician office flow.
Prepares for seeing patients the following day, including patient confirmation for next day visit.
Completes patient medical record requests when necessary.
Assists in the orientation and training of new personnel.
Assist with other administrative projects and tasks as needed.
Ensures proper hand off of responsibilities once their task is completed.
Meets established attendance criteria and starts work promptly. Punctual and dependable for assigned/confirmed shifts.
Respects and acknowledges the organizations commitment to cultural diversity, which is expressed through behavior, language and actions.
Consistently demonstrates good use of time and resources.
Adherence to HR, & Corporate policies and procedures.
Ensures that all medical records are accurate and complete for all patients.
Ensures compliance of healthcare regulations, medical laws and high ethical standards.
Regularly adheres and supports compliance and accreditation efforts as assigned including, but not limited to OSHA, HIPAA & CMS guidelines for Parts C & D on General Compliance and Fraud, Waste & Abuse.
Performs other position related duties as assigned.

Job Type

Full-time

Certifications, Licensures Or Registry Requirements

Medical Assistant Certification or Registration preferred.

KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES

Must demonstrate excellent organizational skills and the ability to perform well in stressful situations.
Knowledge in healthcare systems operations such as EMR, Practice Management Solutions.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
Project Management.
Vendor relations (for those MA’s that are required to order office and clinical supplies).
Database management.
Strong problem-solving skills
Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Delivers exceptional patient service throughout all interactions
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.