Medical Assistant Walk-In Clinic

Spectrum Health; Dowagiac (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Corewell Health in Dowagiac, MI seeks a Medical Assistant under supervision to support physicians and clinic staff. You will assist with examinations, manage patient flow, prepare supplies and document care in the electronic health record.

This role emphasizes service first, privacy, and teamwork in a fast-paced clinic. Required training and certifications ensure safe, high-quality patient care and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of an accredited, hands-on competency-based Medical Assistant training program.
• CMA/CCMA/NCMA/NRCMA/RMA certification required (120 days).
• BLS certification required (AHA or ARC) within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate efficient patient flow and prepare patients for visits.
• Assist providers with examinations, procedures and treatments.
• Prepare, administer and document medications within scope of practice.
• Maintain and update the electronic health record (EHR).
• Ensure a clean, safe clinical environment and coordinate with care teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

ACCEPTED MA training program (hands-on)

CMA/CCMA/NCMA/NRCMA/RMA certification (120 days)

BLS certification (AHA/ARC)

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direction of a licensed professional, the Medical Assistant performs and oversees functions within scope of practice related to the clinical activities, including but not limited to: maintaining patient flow by assisting and promoting the delivery of health care, performs technical procedures and clinically-oriented activities. The Medical Assistant will assist management in achieving office efficiencies in accordance with stated policies/procedures to ensure efficient operations with a focus on supporting physicians, clinic staff and management, which embodies the "Service First" philosophy to promote customer satisfaction.

Essential Functions

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 scope of practice. Performs necessary administrative duties to ensure all information is current and updated. Includes maintenance and monitoring of electronic health record. Maintains and cleans environment, work area, equipment and communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate department/unit personnel. Greets and communicates with patients and families in a manner consistent with care 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. Collects, monitors and reports patient data/needs to licensed team members as directed. Follows documentation standards. Demonstrates high standard of moral and ethical behavior. Commits to continuous improvement of patient experience, which includes patient safety, quality of care and excellent service. Advocates for privacy, confidentiality and security of patient, staff and organizational data. Adheres to the organization’s published values, standards and policies. 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. Assists providers with examinations, procedures and/or treatments by preparing patient and ensuring appropriate supplies/equipment are readily available. Prepares, administers and documents medications that are within scope of practice and directed by the provider.

Qualifications Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of an accredited, hands-on competency-based Medical Assistant training program.
• Online-only programs do not qualify.
• CRT-Medical Assistant, Certified (CMA) - AAMA American Association of Medical Assistants 120 Days required
• CRT-Medical Assistant, Certified (CCMA) - NHA National Healthcareer Association 120 Days required
• CRT-Medical Assistant, Certified (NCMA) - NCCT National Center for Competency Testing 120 Days required
• CRT-Medical Assistant, Certified (NRCMA) - NAHP National Association for Health Professionals 120 Days required
• CRT-Medical Assistant, Registered (RMA) - AMT American Medical Technologists 120 Days required
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days required
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross 90 Days required

Preferred 1 year of relevant experience. Working in a physician practice or healthcare setting. Preferred.

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. Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings. Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status.

Primary Location SITE - 520 Main St - Dowagiac. Department Name Walk In Clinic Dowagiac - Watervliet Prof Svcs. Employment Type Full time. Shift Day (United States of America). Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work. 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Days Worked Monday to Friday. Weekend Frequency Variable weekends.

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people, including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities, and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.