Medical Assistant Infection Disease

Henry Ford Health; West Bloomfield Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in West Bloomfield, MI is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to join our Infection Disease team. You will greet patients, document histories, take vital signs, and prepare them for examinations while supporting clinicians during procedures.

Candidates should complete a Medical Assistant program with externship or have recent clinical experience, and hold CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA certification options or be an LPN/EMT.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA certification preferred.
• EPIC EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients with warmth and guide them through the facility.
• Obtain medical histories and measure vital signs.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist during procedures.
• Support clinicians with examinations and patient care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Clinical support

Patient interaction

Education

CMA certification (AAMA)

RMA

CCMA

NCMA

LPN

EMT

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Job Description

$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS

Part Time : 24 Hours / week

Shift Hours: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm - 3 days a week

Location: 6777 W Maple Rd, West Bloomfield Township, MI 48322

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Join our dynamic Infection Disease team and make a real difference in patient care! Under the collaborative guidance of our providers and nursing leadership, you'll be at the heart of delivering quality, compassionate care to our patients. As a Medical Assistant, you'll wear multiple hats—combining clinical expertise with genuine patient interaction to create positive healthcare experiences.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Create Welcoming Experiences: Greet patients with warmth and professionalism, then guide them through our facility to ensure they feel comfortable and cared for from the moment they arrive.
• Build Patient Connections: Obtain comprehensive medical histories by asking thoughtful questions and actively listening—laying the foundation for excellent clinical care.
• Monitor Vital Health Indicators: Accurately measure and record vital signs, understanding that these measurements are critical to our providers' clinical decision-making.
• Prepare for Success: Ready patients for examinations and procedures with clear communication and attention to detail, helping them feel informed and at ease.
• Support Clinical Excellence: Work alongside our providers during examinations and procedures, serving as a trusted clinical partner who enhances the quality of patient care.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

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.
• Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA/CMA), American Medical Technologists (RMA), National Health Career Associations Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), and National Center for Competency Testing National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) 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.