Medical Assistant (MA) - Specialty Medicine

Trinityhealth; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits

Colleague Referral Program

Unlimited career growth

Daily Pay

Job summary

Trinity Health in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Medical Assistant for a full-time day shift. You will prepare patients, take vitals, perform EKGs, draw blood, administer injections, and support in-office testing and procedures.

The role combines clinical support with administrative duties in a clinic environment. Minimum education includes a high school diploma or GED and completion of an MA program; preferred certifications include CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA, NRCMA, or CMAC.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of accredited MA program and externship/internship.
• Preferred CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA/NRCMA/NAMHP certification.

Responsibilities

• Room setup and patient preparation.
• Take vitals (manual & electronic).
• Perform EKG and draw blood for tests.
• Administer injections and immunizations.
• Conduct point-of-care tests in-office.
• Assist with pharmacology and office procedures.
• Handle administrative duties as needed.

Skills

Vital signs

EKG

Phlebotomy/venipuncture

Immunizations

Administrative duties

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of MA program

MA externship/internship

EMT or Paramedic program (preferred)

Tools

EMR systems

Point of Care Testing (POCT)

Job description

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Day Shift

Medical Assistants work in a collaborative environment to deliver excellent patient care under the direction of licensed clinical professionals in a clinic or practice environment. MAs are expected to facilitate all aspects of the patient visit experience.

Be the person that makes the difference every day in our patients' lives.

What you will do:

• Room set up and patient preparation
• Taking vitals (Manual & Electronic)
• Perform EKG
• Drawing blood and giving injections and immunizations.
• Performing office tests (Point of Care Testing)
• Pharmacology
• Administrative duties
• May perform or assisting with in-office procedures / treatments

What you will need:

Education- Minimum: High School Diploma or GED. Successful completion of accredited/approved: MA program and MA externship, MA internship, EMT, or Paramedic program.

Credentials/Licensure (Preferred): 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)

Related Experience- Minimum: 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. Preferred: New graduate or 1 or more years of previous clinical experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Highlights and Benefits

• Day 1 benefits, no waiting period! Comprehensive benefit packages available including medical, dental, vision, paid time off and 403B
• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
• Unlimited career growth opportunities
• Trinity Health offers Daily Pay - if you're hired as an eligible colleague, you'll be able to see how much you've made every day and transfer your money any time before payday

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.