Medical Assistant Pediatrics Endocrinology and Diabetes

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their vibrant team in Grand Rapids. This role involves facilitating patient flow, maintaining electronic health records, and ensuring high-quality patient care. The supportive and collaborative environment promotes continuous learning and improvement, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about healthcare. With a comprehensive benefits package and a focus on employee well-being, this position is perfect for individuals looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while advancing their careers in a dynamic setting.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts directory

Identity theft protection

Retirement options with match savings

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; certification within 120 days is mandatory.
• 1 year of relevant experience preferred in healthcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates patient flow and provides specific services as per provider's instructions.
• Maintains electronic health records and ensures quality of care.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Administrative Skills

Data Monitoring

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Competency-based orientation program

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

$3,000 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE

Practice Overview

Patients in this office are seen for diabetes and thyroid issues. We also see children for gender dysphoria, along with various endocrinologic diseases. We are an office that is very busy with point of care testing, downloading of patient specific devices to diabetes including meters and insulin pumps.

Office Culture

We are an orientated, supportive and collaborative team in this office. Our goal is to deliver excellent care to our patients, staff, and providers. We strive to make sure everyone in our office feels safe, heard and valued. Environment is a fun, creative and upbeat area.

Essential Functions

1. Facilitates efficient and effective patient flow including preparing the patient for the visit/admission, and providing specific services and education as determined by the providers in accordance with licensure and policy.
2. Performs necessary administrative duties that assure all information is current and updated. Includes maintenance and monitoring of electronic health record in basket.
3. Maintains and cleans environment, work area, equipment, and communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate department/unit personnel.
4. Greets and communicates with patients and significant others in a manner consistent with caring and respect. Communicates, collaborates, and anticipates the needs of the other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity and quality of care and coordination of services.
5. Collects and monitors patient data, reporting patient data and patient needs as directed. Documents care consistent with documentation guidelines, and patient chargeable items/services according to standards.
6. Ensures that processes and services are continuously monitored for quality, cost effectiveness and efficiency. Engages in process and quality improvement activities. Makes and implements recommendations to improve operational efficiency and to implement new services for areas of responsibility.
7. Engages in continuous study of the entire professional field, including best practices, to maintain the professional competence, knowledge, and skills necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities. Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.

Qualifications

1. High School Diploma or equivalent Required
2. Successful completion of a competency-based orientation program Required
3. 1 year of relevant experience working in a physician practice or healthcare setting Preferred
4. One of the following Required within 120 Days:
5. AAMA Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
6. AMT Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
7. NHA Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA)
8. NCCT Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)

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, pet 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 - 35 Michigan St - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Endocrinology - HDVCH

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and Friday 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Weekend Frequency

N/A