Medical Assistant | Hillsdale Health and Wellness Clinic

Hillsdale Hospital•Hillsdale, MI

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Hillsdale Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant for its Hillsdale Health and Wellness Clinic. This role involves preparing patients for examinations, assisting providers, conducting lab tests, and maintaining a clean and stocked environment. Hillsdale Hospital is committed to excellence in healthcare, community service, and continuous improvement, providing compassionate and highly skilled care. The hospital has been recognized as a Top Workplace in Michigan and nationally.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; must be from an accredited institution and meet the Michigan Merit Curriculum requirements.
Must have excellent customer service, communication, and computer skills.
Excellent attendance and attention to detail.
Compassion and empathy.
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification (available through Hillsdale Hospital).

Nice To Haves

Current Michigan Medical Assistant certification (CMA or RMA) or equivalent experience or training is desirable.
Strong interest in and aptitude for a career in healthcare (will train individuals with this).

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examinations and treatments by completing medical history and other required forms, collecting and recording patient vital signs, and performing point of care testing (POCT).
Set up rooms with necessary equipment and supplies as appropriate for procedures, explain processes and tests to patients, and provide relevant materials to patients.
Assist provider during procedures and chaperone as needed.
Carry out provider orders at time of provider visit or in follow up. This may include injections, breathing treatment, EKG, dressing changes, weight check, and blood pressure monitoring.
Conduct and follow up on lab tests including blood draws and urine samples.
Ensure all specimens are properly and accurately labeled, review test results, complete related paperwork and assure results are available to providers and documented in patient records.
Clean and sterilize lab test equipment and instruments.
Keep exam rooms clean and fully stocked with supplies.
Abide by all regulations, policies, work practices and instructions.
If it becomes necessary to meet patient care needs, you may be required to float to other clinics.