Medical Support Assistant: Patient Care & Admin

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

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Medical Support Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks in an ambulatory care setting. Under supervision, you will greet patients, collect histories and vital signs, and prepare patients for examinations while assisting providers during procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and strong interpersonal communication. A current BLS-C certification upon hire or by orientation is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; at least 1 year of related experience preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills preferred.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills related to ambulatory patient care preferred.
• Ability to problem-solve preferred.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to the exam room.
• Obtain medical histories and record vital signs.
• Prepare patients for examinations/procedures.
• Assist the provider during examinations/procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Clinical skills

Ambulatory care experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Medical Support Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks in an ambulatory care setting. Under supervision, you will greet patients, collect histories and vital signs, and prepare patients for examinations while assisting providers during procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and strong interpersonal communication. A current BLS-C certification upon hire or by orientation is required.