Medical Assistant - PRN

10 Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO

Holiday Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Sign-On Bonus

Annual Merit Increases

PSLF Eligible

Job summary

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a non-licensed Medical Assistant on a PRN basis to support clinical care under supervision. You will assist with rehabilitative goals and support RNs, physicians, and other team members in delivering direct patient care.

Responsibilities include vitals, assisting with examinations, injections, charting, and preparing exam rooms. Requires CMA/RMA or MA training with BLS and HIPAA familiarity, plus strong communication and confidentiality skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of accredited Medical Assistant program (CMA/RMA preferred).
• Current BLS certification for Healthcare Providers.
• Minimum of 2 years experience as Medical Assistant or in a similar role in hospital settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care within licensure scope and regulations.
• Review and update patient charts for pre-visit planning.
• Prepare patients for examinations and document health history.

Skills

BLS Certification

EHR proficiency

HIPAA compliance

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program (CMA/RMA)

Tools

EPIC EHR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Medical Assistant - PRN Hours PRN Compensation

Starting wage $19.50/hour (Commensurate based on experience) Other Benefits: Annual Merit Increases, Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision,) PTO, Holiday Pay, PSLF Eligible, Tuition Reimbursement, Sign-On Bonuses!

Summary

Under the direction and supervision of Mary Free Bed Medical Group Providers, the Medical Assistant, who is non-licensed, uses their clinical training to provide direct patient care. This includes assisting with the rehabilitative goals of the patient, and supporting clinic RN's, physicians, and advanced practice professionals along with other members of their care team.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and services within the scope of licensure, certification, or registration, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Conduct pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating patient charts with recent test results, correspondence, and other relevant information per clinic protocols.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment by documenting a brief health history or reason for visit in the medical record.
• Accurately measure and record vital signs, including height, weight, blood pressure, and temperature.
• Assist providers during examinations and procedures as directed.
• Administer medications and injections as ordered by the provider.
• Complete necessary forms and obtain provider signatures when required.
• Maintain responsibility for medical supplies and ensure proper cleaning and sterilization of instruments and equipment under the direction of nursing or provider staff.
• Support clinical staff in delivering patient education and instructions.
• Create and maintain patient files and related documentation as needed.
• Stock, clean, and perform inventory of exam rooms to ensure readiness and cleanliness.
• Communicate with patients, families, and healthcare professionals via phone, email, or patient portal regarding care plans and follow-up.
• Provide support in other clinic areas as needed, including occasional reassignment to different roles or locations within the clinic.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

We’ll embrace all people by:

Treating everyone with dignity and respect. Opening more doors to opportunity for others to succeed. Growing talent and people. Ensuring a welcoming experience for all we serve, regardless of origin, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or socioeconomic status. Taking action against discrimination. Honoring our differences and how we collaborate. Educating staff, patients and the communities we care for. Restoring hope and freedom, together

Customer Service Responsibilities

Demonstrate excellent customer service and standards of behaviors as well as encourages, coaches, and monitors the same in team members. This individual should consistently promote teamwork and direct communication with co-workers and deal discretely and sensitively with confidential information.

Responsibilities in Quality Improvement

Contribute by identifying problems and seeking solutions. Promote patient/family satisfaction where possible; participates in departmental efforts to monitor and report customer service.

Essential Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training or certificate program such as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registed Medical Assistant (RMA) required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or in comparable patient care role within an inpatient or hospital setting.
• Solid foundation in medical terminology through formal education or training.
• Proficiency in using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems.
• Competency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and other standard office technologies.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and strict adherence to HIPAA regulations.
• Strong reasoning and judgment skills; ability to remain calm and effective in emergency situations.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and appropriate precautions in a medical practice environment.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Previous experience with EPIC electronic health record system.

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements for Essential Job Qualification Levels: None (No specific requirements) Occasionally (Less than 1/3) Frequently (1/3 to 2/3) Majority (More than 2/3)

Remain in a stationary position: None Traverse or move around work location: Occasionally Use keyboard: Occasionally Operate or use department specific equipment: None Ascend/Descend equipment or ladder: None Position self to accomplish the Essential Functions of the role: Frequently Receive and communicate information and ideas for understanding: Occasionally Transport, position, and/or exert force: Up to 10 pounds: Frequently Up to 25 pounds: Occasionally Up to 50 pounds: Occasionally Up to 75 pounds: None More than 100 pounds: None Other weight: Up to___ pounds _____ Other: _____

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].

Mary Free Bed is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristic.

At Mary Free Bed, we work towards putting everybody in motion. Fueled by our passion for innovative, integrated rehabilitation care, our teams work together to elevate everyone’s potential. Whether you’re here to ensure a safe environment at our hospitals, provide clinical care or help our patients navigate their next appointment, we’re united by the same mission: to restore hope and freedom through rehabilitation. Everyone plays an integral role in defining a better future for ourselves, our patients, and our communities.

You included.