Mobile Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Procedures

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks a Medical Assistant to support providers and patient care in a fast-paced ambulatory setting. Under supervision, you will perform administrative and clinical tasks, greet patients, obtain histories, record vital signs, prepare for examinations and assist during procedures.

Required qualifications include a Medical Assistant program with externship or proven clinical experience, and current BLS-C certification by orientation end.

Qualifications

• Possess completion of a Medical Assistant program or applicable clinical experience.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience with EPIC EMR is preferred.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of ambulatory patient care tasks.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Problem-solving

EPIC EMR experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program with externship (160 hours)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

EMT/Paramedic with clinical experience

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks a Medical Assistant to support providers and patient care in a fast-paced ambulatory setting. Under supervision, you will perform administrative and clinical tasks, greet patients, obtain histories, record vital signs, prepare for examinations and assist during procedures.

Required qualifications include a Medical Assistant program with externship or proven clinical experience, and current BLS-C certification by orientation end.