Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Ambulatory Support

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health seeks a Medical Assistant - Contingent to support providers with administrative and clinical tasks in a busy ambulatory setting in Michigan. You will assist with histories, vitals, rooming patients, and procedures under supervision to ensure efficient patient flow.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient care excellence, and ongoing professional development within a leading academic medical center.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAAHEP/ABHES Medical Assistant program, OR a graduate of a formal medical assistant program, OR a graduate of an LPN program.
• Completion of a clinical externship.
• Current BLS-C certificate.
• Successful completion of HFMG pharmacology class and test.
• Preferred CMA or RMA certification.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to the exam room, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable environment.
• Take medical histories and measure/record vital signs accurately.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, assisting physicians as needed.
• Perform a wide variety of clinical skills related to ambulatory patient care.
• Utilize basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills to maintain patient records and support administrative tasks.

Skills

BLS-C certificate

Pharmacology course

Education

MA program graduate (CAAHEP/ABHES) or MA program graduate

LPN program graduate

Clinical externship completed

Job description

Henry Ford Health seeks a Medical Assistant - Contingent to support providers with administrative and clinical tasks in a busy ambulatory setting in Michigan. You will assist with histories, vitals, rooming patients, and procedures under supervision to ensure efficient patient flow.

The role emphasizes teamwork, patient care excellence, and ongoing professional development within a leading academic medical center.