Medical Assistant | Pulmonary Clinic

Hillsdale Hospital • Hillsdale, MI

12h • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports patient care in the Pulmonary Clinic by preparing patients for examinations and treatments, assisting providers during procedures, carrying out provider orders, and conducting and following up on laboratory tests. The role also involves maintaining accurate patient records and test documentation, keeping equipment clean and sterilized, and ensuring exam rooms are clean and stocked. The employee may be asked to float to other clinics when needed to meet patient care needs.

Hillsdale Hospital describes its work as providing compassionate, highly skilled care in a clean, safe, healing environment, with a commitment to community service, continued improvement, and respect for human life.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution, meeting Michigan Merit Curriculum requirements.
• Excellent customer service, communication, and computer skills.
• Excellent attendance and attention to detail.
• Compassion and empathy.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification; certification is available through Hillsdale Hospital.

Nice To Haves

• Current Michigan Medical Assistant certification (CMA or RMA), or equivalent experience or training; the employer will train individuals with a strong interest and aptitude for a healthcare career.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and treatments by completing medical history and other required forms, collecting and recording vital signs, and performing point-of-care testing.
• Set up rooms with equipment and supplies for procedures, explain processes and tests to patients, and provide relevant materials.
• Assist the provider during procedures and chaperone as needed.
• Carry out provider orders during or after visits, which may include injections, breathing treatments, EKGs, dressing changes, weight checks, and blood pressure monitoring.
• Conduct and follow up on laboratory tests, including blood draws and urine samples.
• Accurately label specimens, review test results, complete related paperwork, and ensure results are available to providers and documented in patient records.
• Clean and sterilize laboratory test equipment and instruments.
• Keep exam rooms clean and fully stocked with supplies.
• Float to other clinics if necessary to meet patient care needs.
• Follow regulations, policies, work practices, and instructions.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Vacation and holiday paid time off.
• 403(b) retirement plan with match.
• Education assistance and continuing education, including many courses offered on-site at the hospital.

What This Job Offers

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