Patient-Focused Medical Assistant – Ambulatory Care

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Lakeside location in Sterling Heights, MI. Under direct supervision, you will perform a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to support patient care and help providers during exams.

Responsibilities include escorting patients, taking vital signs, documenting in the EHR, obtaining histories, preparing for procedures, and administering medications as ordered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with externship (160 hours) preferred.
• EPIC EMR experience preferred; basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Escort patient to room and prepare for exam, procedure, and treatment.
• Obtain vital signs and record in the EHR.
• Obtain patient history and document using clinical judgement.
• Prepare for and assist with examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Administer medications per orders and document in the EHR.
• Enter orders and discharge instructions as directed.
• Support communication with patients via phone, In Basket, and MyChart.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

EPIC EMR

Education

Medical Assistant program

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Henry Ford Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Lakeside location in Sterling Heights, MI. Under direct supervision, you will perform a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to support patient care and help providers during exams.

Responsibilities include escorting patients, taking vital signs, documenting in the EHR, obtaining histories, preparing for procedures, and administering medications as ordered.