Medical Assistant - Otolaryngology - Plymouth - Full Time

Henry Ford Health System; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health System is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant for the Otolaryngology department in Plymouth. The role includes welcoming patients, obtaining medical histories, and assisting providers during examinations. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and preferred clinical experience to ensure compassionate patient care. This position offers a dynamic working environment dedicated to quality healthcare.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with clinical externship or equivalent experience.
• BLS-C certification required upon hire.
• Basic computer knowledge and clinical skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms.
• Obtain medical histories and vital signs.
• Assist provider during examinations and procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Graduate of a Medical Assistant program

Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

EPIC (Electronic Medical Record)

Job description

Medical Assistant - Otolaryngology - Plymouth - Full Time

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.

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

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.