Neuro Surgery Medical Assistant: Patient Care Pro

Peoplefluent; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical and clerical workflow in a patient-centered practice in Lansing, MI. You will prepare patients, record vital signs and assist with exams under physician supervision.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, performing basic lab tests, triaging calls, scheduling tests, administering medications, and supporting patient education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or recent clinical experience (within 2 years).
• Ability to work effectively in an EMR environment and communicate with patients and staff.
• Strong teamwork and patient-centered care mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for examination, records vital signs and chief complaint.
• Performs laboratory and diagnostic testing.
• Answers, screens and triages telephone calls; distributes messages to appropriate personnel.
• Schedules tests and referral appointments for patients.
• Administers oral and injectable medications; phones prescriptions to pharmacies.
• Engages in patient/family teaching and supports educational environment.
• Works in gaps in care registries to improve quality of care.
• Maintains logs and required checks (e.g., fridge temps, medications, oxygen).
• Maintains practice standards and participates in quality control activities.
• Inventories, orders and restocks supplies; maintains equipment and environment safety.
• Cross trains to provide clerical and clinical services as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

EMR experience

Team player

Clinical support

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR system

Job description

University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinical and clerical workflow in a patient-centered practice in Lansing, MI. You will prepare patients, record vital signs and assist with exams under physician supervision.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, performing basic lab tests, triaging calls, scheduling tests, administering medications, and supporting patient education.