Assistant, Medical - Multi-Site

Southeastern Michigan Health Association•Garden City, MI

2h•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant is responsible for a variety of medical related tasks in support of the work of the Physician and Physician Extender (PA, NP). These duties include preparation of exam rooms, electronically updating patient charts, preparing patient for visit with provider, taking and documenting vitals, assisting with exams, assisting with procedures, follow-up with patients providing instructions and education to patients, maintenance of logs, processing orders from the provider, inputting results of tests and labs in charts, making referrals providing and documenting immunizations and other duties as assigned by the Physician Extender and Medical practitioners. The ideal candidate MUST be able to work at the organization’s multiple locations including Garden City, MI and Wayne, MI.

Requirements

Strong clinical skills including vitals, immunizations, lab testing, and basic procedures.
Proficiency with EMR systems and medical terminology.
Knowledge of infection control, PPE use, and equipment sterilization.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently with attention to detail.
Flexible and willing to travel between sites as needed.
Valid driver license and reliable transportation required
High School Diploma
One (1) year experience in a healthcare environment
One (1) year experience providing office reception services

Nice To Haves

Current Medical Assistant certification (CMA) is preferred, but not mandatory

Responsibilities

Room patients, obtain vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints.
Assist providers with exams and procedures (e.g., injections, immunizations, suture removal, ear lavage).
Perform point-of-care testing (glucose, urine, EKGs) and document results accurately in the EHR.
Maintain accurate charting, including labs, immunizations, referrals, and superbills.
Monitor vaccine storage, maintain logs, and ensure compliance with clinic and OSHA standards.
Clean and prepare exam rooms; restock supplies and ensure proper sterilization and biohazard disposal.
Respond to patient calls and inquiries professionally while maintaining confidentiality (HIPAA compliant).
Assist with front office tasks as needed (scheduling, check-in, insurance verification).
Travel between clinic sites and attend required trainings.
Support additional clinical and administrative duties as assigned.