ASC Medical Assistant PRN (/High-Hour)

Solaris Health Holdings LLC•Utica, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Michigan Surgical Center is seeking a dynamic, adaptable PRN Medical Assistant for a temporary, high-hour role at their premier Utica facility. This position offers the opportunity to work 32-36 hours per week, collaborating directly with Registered Nurses in both Pre-Op and Post-Op patient care. The role is ideal for gaining experience, filling a career gap, or boosting clinical hours in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program (Diploma required).
Availability to commit to 32–36 hours per week for this temporary assignment.
Strong communication skills.
High level of empathy.
Energetic work ethic.
Ability to perform well in stressful situations.
Knowledge in healthcare systems operations such as EMR, Practice Management Solutions.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
Project Management.
Vendor relations (for those MA’s that are required to order office and clinical supplies).
Database management.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Skill in using computer programs and applications including Microsoft Office.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Delivers exceptional patient service throughout all interactions.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
6 months experience working within a physician’s office desired.
Urology experience desired.

Nice To Haves

Certified or Registered status is a plus, but not required!
Team player who loves working side-by-side with nursing staff to deliver top-notch patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

Assisting RNs with crucial Pre-Operative prep to ensure patients are comfortable and ready for their procedures.
Supporting Post-Operative recovery care, helping patients transition safely and smoothly following their surgeries.
Providing exceptional hands-on patient care, ensuring a warm, professional, and efficient experience.
Maintaining a seamless flow between the pre-and-post-op clinical areas.
Performing routine administrative and clinical tasks to keep the medical offices running smoothly.
Conferring with physicians, nursing, and other staff members to coordinate and schedule appointments.
Greeting and preparing patients.
Measuring and recording vital signs.
Recording patient interview, history, and chief complaint.
Providing patient education with regards to medications, management of diseases, home treatments and special diets.
Preparing patients for examinations and performing routing screening tests.
Assisting physicians with exams.
Performing phlebotomy and collection of other lab specimens.
Performing basic lab tests.
Performing EKG’s.
Assisting with X-ray and physician therapy procedures.
Preparing and administering medications with physician authorization.
Performing first aid procedures such as changing dressings, applying bandages, and removing sutures.
Using CPR skills when necessary.
Preparing accurate, legal, and ethical documentation.
Opening and closing the office.
Maintaining patient logs for lab requests, CT scans, and other treatment orders.
Maintaining prescription ledger when needed.
Ensuring the back office has good flow, keeping rooms full and assisting with room turnover.
Performing new patient work-up (x-rays, vitals, new patient packet explanation).
Adding medical history on all new patients and updating all established patients’ history.
Performing accurate and complete room set-up for physician.
Ensuring that all patients medication is updated before physician visit.
Handling set-up for in-office surgical procedures.
Ensuring appropriate consent form is completed correctly.
Scribing as assigned per physician office flow.
Preparing for seeing patients the following day, including patient confirmation.
Completing patient medical record requests.
Assisting in the orientation and training of new personnel.
Ensuring proper hand-off of responsibilities once tasks are completed.
Meeting established attendance criteria and starting work promptly.
Respecting and acknowledging the organization's commitment to cultural diversity.
Demonstrating good use of time and resources.
Adhering to HR and Corporate policies and procedures.
Ensuring that all medical records are accurate and complete.
Ensuring compliance of healthcare regulations, medical laws and high ethical standards.
Adhering and supporting compliance and accreditation efforts including OSHA, HIPAA & CMS guidelines.
Performing other position-related duties as assigned.