Medical Assistant - Primary Care

Henry Ford Health • Farmington Hills, MI

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant supports providers and nursing leadership in delivering patient care at Providence Hospitals, part of Henry Ford Health. The role combines administrative and clinical tasks to help ensure a smooth, compassionate patient experience and efficient clinic operations. The Medical Assistant greets and escorts patients, obtains and records histories and vital signs, prepares patients for examinations and procedures, and assists providers as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Meet one of the following qualifications: graduate of a Medical Assistant program with a 160-hour clinical externship; one year of clinical medical assisting experience within the past five years; current Medical Assistant certification with one year of experience; Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN); Licensed Paramedic/EMT with one year of clinical experience; or military-trained medical personnel with one year of clinical experience.
• Current BLS-C certification upon hire or by the end of orientation.

Nice To Haves

• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.
• EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms, ensuring a welcoming environment.
• Obtain and record accurate medical histories and vital signs.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures and assist providers as needed.
• Perform administrative tasks to support efficient clinic operations.
• Uphold compassionate care standards in all patient interactions.

Benefits

• Collaborative, mission-driven work and continuous learning opportunities to support career growth.

What This Job Offers

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