Occupational Health - MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Peoplefluent; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient flow within the clinic. Under physician direction, you will collect vitals, prepare patients for exams, administer medications as appropriate, and coordinate care with the care team.

The role requires completion of a medical assistant program or 5 years of Sparrow MA experience, a high school diploma or GED, and strong EMR proficiency. This is a full-time on-site position in Lansing, MI.

Qualifications

• Completion of a medical assistant program, including an externship OR a minimum of 5 years of Sparrow medical assistant experience in a clinical capacity
• High school diploma or GED

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for examination, obtains vital signs and chief complaint.
• Performs laboratory and diagnostic testing.
• Schedules tests and referral appointments.
• Administers oral and injectable medications; transmits prescriptions.
• Maintains logs and required checks (e.g., refrigerator temps, medications, oxygen).
• Provides clerical services to maintain efficient practice flow.

Skills

EMR proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Team attitude

Communication with patients & families

Education

High School / GED

Medical Assistant program completion

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job ID: 56176

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Description:

General Purpose of Job:

Responsible for the efficient and effective processing of patients through the clerical and clinical areas of the practice/clinic. Under the general direction of the physician or advanced practice provider, provides high quality, compassionate patient care.

Job Description

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Prepares patient for examination. Obtains vital signs and chief complaint. Appropriately documents information obtained.
• Performs laboratory and diagnostic testing.
• Answers, screens and triages telephone calls. Takes accurate messages and distributes to the appropriate personnel within the guidelines of the practice.
• Schedules tests and referral appointments for patients.
• Administers oral and injectable medication. Phones prescriptions to pharmacies.
• Engages and helps promote patient/family teaching as appropriate; and provides an educational environment for patients and patient families.
• Works gaps in care registries to help improve the quality of care.
• Maintains all logs and required checks (i.e., refrigerator temps, medications, oxygen, etc.)
• Maintains practice standards by participating in in-services, committees, etc. May assist in developing and implementing quality control and practice policies.
• Inventories, orders and restocks areas as necessary.
• Maintains and cleans equipment and environmental safety as required.
• May provide clerical services as required to maintain an effective practice flow.

Job Requirements

• General Requirements
• MA Certification preferred
• Work Experience
• Specialty clinics may require six months specialty experience
• Relevant clinical experience within the past 5 years; if no clinical experience, completion of medical assistant program in past two years.
• Previous work experience in medical office setting preferred
• Experience with an EMR preferredEducation
• High school diploma or GED
• Completion of a medical assistant program, including an externship OR a minimum of 5 years of Sparrow medical assistant experience in a clinical capacity
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills
• Ability to provide care for patients, which is age specific to their physical and safety needs, psychosocial concerns and educational level.
• Necessary visual and auditory acuity required to monitor patient's condition and operate department equipment
• Demonstrates a positive team attitude and has interpersonal skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with clients, their families, providers and co-workers.
• Ability to work in an EMR environment

University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Family

Patient Services/Nursing Support

Requirements:

Shift Days Degree Type / Education Level High School / GED Status Full-time Facility Match Any Experience Level New Grad