Medical Assistant - Otolaryngology - Plymouth - Full Time

Henry Ford Health System; Town of Hempstead (MI, NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team. This role involves supporting patient care through various administrative and clinical tasks, ensuring a high standard of service. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in medical assisting, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on quality care, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives. Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services.

Benefits

$2,000 Sign On Bonus

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship.
• Current Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in quality and compassionate care provided to patients.
• Perform clinical tasks like obtaining medical histories and measuring vital signs.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-solving

Basic Computer Knowledge

Clinical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Medical Assistant Program Graduate

Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

EPIC (Electronic Medical Record)

Job description

NEW PAYRATES!

**$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS**

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under direct supervision of the provider and nursing leadership, the Medical Assistant performs a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to assist in the quality and compassionate care provided to patients.

These duties may include but are not limited to the

• Greeting and escorting of patients to the exam room.


• Obtaining medical histories.


• The measurement and recording of vital signs.


• Preparing patients for an examination/procedure.


• Assisting the provider during the examination/procedure.

Shift Hours: Mon - Fri -8:30 am - 5:00 pm

(may need to travel to West bloomfield site in the event of low census at Plymouth)

Location: 40777 Ann Arbor Rd, Plymouth, MI 48170

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.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Medical Group


• Department: Otolaryngology Plymouth


• Shift: Day Job


• Union Code: Not Applicable