Medical Assistant (MA) - Primary Care Chelsea

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Chelsea (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to support providers in delivering patient-centered care within our Behavioral Health Service Center.

You will transcribe exam information into the medical record, assist with specialty tasks after training, and help manage tests, logs, and quality control while following safety protocols and authorization processes.

Qualifications

• Education includes MA program with externship or internship; EMT/Paramedic or Athletic Trainer programs acceptable.
• Certification as Medical Assistant or eligibility preferred (CMA/RMA/NCMA/NRCMA/CMAC).
• CPR certification; active licensure where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Support providers in delivering patient care in the Behavioral Health Service Center.
• Transcribe patient exam information, diagnosis and plan into the medical record.
• Assist with tests, lab logs, audits, and quality control.
• Support within scope and prior authorization processes; track tests.
• Maintain OSHA safety protocols and ensure staff are updated.

Skills

Indirect tasks support

Test tracking

Gaps in Care

Authorization support

Quality control

Transcription into EMR

Specialty tasks training

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MA program w/ externship/internship

EMT program

Paramedic program

Athletic Trainer certification

MA certification eligibility (CMA/RMA/NCMA/NRCMA/CMAC)

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Join a Team That Makes a Difference! Trinity Health IHA Medical Group is seeking a compassionate and motivated Medical Assistant to support our providers in delivering exceptional patient care. In this role, you'll work directly with patients within our Behavioral Health Service Center and help create a positive healthcare experience every day.

What You’ll Do:

• Indirect work support managing tasks
• Test tracking
• Performs moderate to complex Gaps in Care.
• Support within scope and prior authorizations.
• Quality control, lab logs, practice audits.
• OSHA safety rep: keeps protocols and staff updated.
• Transcribes patient exam information, diagnosis and plan into medical record.
• Assists with specialty specific tasks after completion of training.

General Requirements:

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. Successful completion of accredited/approved: MA program and MA Externship; MA Internship; Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program; Paramedic program; or Certified Athletic Trainer. If credentialed, maintains current MA Re-Certification CEUs.

CREDENTIALS/LICENSURE: MA-Non-Credentialed I: MA eligible to attain Medical Assistant Certification is desired, or EMT with current/active license in the State of Michigan, or Paramedic following successful completion of the National Registry Paramedic Exam and/or holds a current/active license in the State of Michigan. Valid CPR certification. MA-Credentialed I: Certification as a Medical Assistant through one of the following certifying agencies: American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA) American Medical Technologists (RMA) National Center for Competency Testing (NCMA) National Healthcareer Association (CCMA) National Association of Health Professionals (NRCMA) American Medical Certification Association (CMAC)

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 0-1 year previous clinical experience or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. In absence of completed MA Program/Externship/Internship, must have 2+ years' clinical experience providing clinical support in community-based clinic and be subject to standardized testing and evaluation of clinical skills.

Why Join Trinity Health IHA Medical Group?

Day-one benefits with no waiting period for eligible team members. Competitive pay and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. Opportunities for professional growth, development, and career advancement. Collaborative, patient-centered culture focused on excellence in care. Work with a mission-driven organization serving communities across Southeast Michigan.

At Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, our values of Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, Efficiency, and Service guide everything we do. If you're passionate about patient care and looking to grow your healthcare career, we'd love to hear from you.

Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

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