Medical Assistant Orthopedics

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

On-demand pay

Discounts directory

Retirement options

Equal employment opportunity

Job summary

Corewell Health is seeking an energetic Medical Assistant to join our orthopedic practice. You will support surgeons, APPs, and non-operative physicians, helping deliver high-quality care to patients with musculoskeletal conditions. The role involves hands-on patient care in a fast-paced clinic.

You may travel between Holland, Grand Haven, Zeeland, and occasionally Grand Rapids locations. This full-time position offers a $3,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external applicants or CHW MA Apprentices

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a competency-based Medical Assistant training program with hands-on skills required.
• 1 year of relevant experience in a physician practice or healthcare setting preferred.
• BLS certification required within 120 days of hire.
• One of CMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA, NRCMA certification required within 120 days.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers in orthopedic clinics across Holland, Grand Haven and Zeeland; prepare exam rooms and ensure supplies.
• Perform clinical tasks such as vital signs, suture removal, and casting within scope.
• Support the care team and coordinate patient flow to maintain efficient clinic operations.
• Maintain accurate electronic health record documentation and deliver excellent customer service to patients.

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Clinical support

Vital signs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant training program certificate

Job description

Corewell Health is offering a $3,000 sign-on bonus for this opportunity! Sign-On Bonus for External applicants or current CHW MA Apprentice Students only

About The Practice

We're looking for an energetic, team-focused Medical Assistant to join our growing orthopedic practice. In this role, you'll support a collaborative team of orthopedic surgeons, advanced practice providers (APPs), and non-operative orthopedic physicians in providing high-quality care to patients with a variety of musculoskeletal conditions. If you enjoy fast-paced clinic work, being hands-on with patient care, and working in a team that values culture as much as competence, this role may be a great fit for you!

Ability to travel between Holland, Grand Haven, and Zeeland clinics as scheduled. We do operate as one with the Grand Rapids clinics and there may be times when asked to travel to a GR based location, this would be rare but could occur based on patient volumes and providers in clinics.

Our team believes work should be meaningful and enjoyable. We take pride in the care we provide, and we also take pride in finding any excuse to celebrate, enjoying great food together, supporting one another like family and having fun—even on the busiest clinic days! If you love a workplace where people work hard, laugh often, and always welcome snacks, you'll fit right in.

About Outpatient Clinics

Corewell Health operates over 300 outpatient clinics across Michigan, bringing a multitude of care options to the communities that we serve. There are over 40 different types of primary care and specialty practices, which allows those who work in these clinics the opportunity to learn and explore various interests or to specialize in one area.

Scope of work

As a Medical Assistant with Corewell Health, you'll be a member of our clinical support team and work closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure the delivery of the best possible care. You'll be a vital part of our team, making a real difference in the lives of our patients.

Assist providers in orthopedic clinics across Holland, Grand Haven, and Zeeland. Prepare exam rooms and ensure all necessary supplies and equipment are available. Perform clinical tasks within scope such as vital signs, suture removal, casting. Support the care team. Coordinate patient flow to maintain efficient and timely clinic operations. Maintain accurate electronic health record documentation. Delivery of excellent customer service and contribute to a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• Successful completion of a competency-based Medical Assistant training program that includes hands-on skills. Required
• 1 year of relevant experience in a physician practice or healthcare setting Preferred
• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Required within 120 Days
• One of the following Required within 120 Days
  • AAMA Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
  • AMT Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
  • NHA Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA)
  • NCCT Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)
  • NAHP Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA)

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Care Center Lakewood - 588 E Lakewood - Holland

Department Name

Orthopedics Elective Lakeshore - Medical Group West

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

Variable; 7:40 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday - Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.