Medical Assistant Urology

Corewell Health • Niles, MI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a licensed professional, the Medical Assistant performs and oversees functions within their scope of practice related to clinical activities. The role supports patient flow and the delivery of health care, performs technical procedures and clinically oriented activities, and assists management in achieving office efficiencies. The position supports physicians, clinic staff, and management while promoting customer satisfaction and Corewell Health’s “Service First” philosophy.

The Medical Assistant works in the Urology St Joseph - Niles and St Joseph Prof Svcs department at the Lakeland Hospital St Joseph location. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with a day shift schedule. Work hours are 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 7:45 a.m. to 12 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program that includes hands-on, in-person clinical skills training, or at least one year of experience working specifically as a Medical Assistant, LPN, Paramedic, or EMT performing direct patient care and clinical support functions consistent with MA scope of practice.
• One of the following credentials within 120 days: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants; Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from the National Healthcareer Association; National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from the National Center for Competency Testing; Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) from the National Association for Health Professionals; or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from American Medical Technologists.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross within 90 days.

Nice To Haves

• One year of relevant experience working in a physician practice or healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate efficient patient flow by preparing patients for visits or admission and providing services and education as directed by providers and within scope of practice.
• Perform administrative duties to keep information current and updated, including maintaining and monitoring the electronic health record.
• Maintain and clean the environment, work area, and equipment, and communicate equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Greet and communicate with patients and families in a manner consistent with care and respect.
• Communicate, collaborate, and anticipate the needs of other health care team members to support continuity and quality of care and coordination of services.
• Collect, monitor, and report patient data and needs to licensed team members as directed, and follow documentation standards.
• Maintain ethical conduct and support patient safety, quality of care, excellent service, privacy, confidentiality, and data security; adhere to organizational values, standards, and policies.
• Maintain professional competence, knowledge, and skills through ongoing study and completion of required training and education.
• Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and treatments by preparing patients and ensuring supplies and equipment are available.
• Prepare, administer, and document medications within scope of practice and as directed by the provider.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other items.
• Optional identity theft protection.
• Optional home and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED