Medical Assistant - Bariatric & General Surgery Livonia

Trinity Health • Livonia, MI

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About The Position

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group is seeking a compassionate and motivated Medical Assistant II to assist with the examination and treatment of patients. The role includes tracking patient information, documenting medical records, assisting with in-office procedures and testing, administering medications, and providing patient and caregiver education. The Medical Assistant supports providers and patients while coordinating care and contributing to quality control.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of an accredited or approved MA program and MA externship, MA internship, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program, Paramedic program, or Certified Athletic Trainer program.
• If credentialed, maintain current Medical Assistant recertification continuing education units.
• For MA-Non-Credentialed II: eligibility to attain Medical Assistant certification is desired, or an EMT with a current, active Michigan license, or a Paramedic who has successfully completed the National Registry Paramedic Exam and/or holds a current, active Michigan license.
• Valid CPR certification.
• For MA-Credentialed II: certification as a Medical Assistant through an approved certifying agency, including AAMA (CMA), AMT (RMA), NCCT (NCMA), NHA (CCMA), NAHP (NRCMA), or AMCA (CMAC).

Nice To Haves

• One to three years of previous clinical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide indirect work support, such as managing tasks.
• Perform moderate to complex Gaps in Care.
• Assist providers with examinations, procedures, testing, and specimen collection.
• Support prior authorizations within scope.
• Communicate test results and provider instructions to patients.
• Perform quality-control tasks, such as maintaining lab logs and conducting practice audits.
• Coordinate care and serve as a liaison between patients and providers.
• Transcribe patient examination information, diagnoses, and plans into the medical record.

Benefits

• Day-one benefits with no waiting period for eligible team members.
• Competitive pay.
• Medical coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Opportunities for professional growth, development, and career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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