Medical Assistant Primary Care - 40 Hour Day Shift

Henry Ford Health; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Team environment

Job summary

Henry Ford Health's Rochester campus is seeking a Medical Asst-Cert to support patient care under physician supervision. You will assist with examinations, measure vital signs, document encounters, and help keep clinics running smoothly in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Requirements include BLS within 30 days, Medical Assistant certification within 90 days, and a High School diploma or equivalent (or 1 year relevant experience). Join a mission-driven team delivering quality care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent.
• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.
• Medical Assistant certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with treatments and examinations under supervision.
• Interview patients, measure vital signs, and document information.
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations.
• Perform basic clerical duties including answering phones and maintaining records.
• Order and stock supplies, ensuring a clean and orderly environment.
• Document provider encounters, including diagnoses, symptoms, and follow-up instructions.

Skills

Vital signs

Clinical assistance

Patient interaction

Clerical duties

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Medical Asst-Cert - Henry Ford Health

Job Title

Medical Asst-Cert

About The Department

Join our Rochester campus, nestled in one of Oakland County¿s most charming, historic communities. Known for its vibrant downtown shops, local wineries, and top-rated schools, Rochester offers a small-town feel with access to big-system resources. Enjoy an easy commute across northern Metro Detroit and nearby Auburn Hills, while being part of a team that delivers exceptional care in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Role Overview

As a Medical Asst-Cert, you’ll play a vital role in supporting patient care by assisting with examinations and treatments under the direction of physicians or advanced practice providers. Your work ensures smooth clinic operations and enhances the patient experience, making a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our community.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Assist with treatments ordered by providers under supervision.
• Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on charts.
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations.
• Perform basic clerical duties, including answering phones and maintaining records.
• Order and stock supplies, ensuring a clean and orderly environment.
• Document provider encounters, including diagnoses, symptoms, and follow-up instructions.

What You Will Need

• BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• Medical Assistant certification obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date (any issuing authority accepted).
• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.

What We Offer

Join a team where you can grow your career, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and contribute to mission-driven work. We provide opportunities for continuous learning and development, empowering you to make a difference in healthcare every day.