Medical Assistant - Rochester

Henry Ford Health • Rochester, MI

18h

About The Position

Under direct supervision of the provider and/or nursing leadership, the Medical Assistant performs administrative and clinical tasks that support quality, compassionate patient care. The role is based at the Rochester location and requires travel to multiple sites, including Genesys, St. John, and Warren. The Medical Assistant welcomes and escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains medical histories, measures and records vital signs, prepares patients for examinations and procedures, and assists providers during examinations and procedures.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Computer proficiency and EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Clinical skills experience in ambulatory patient care settings.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort them to the exam room.
• Obtain comprehensive medical histories and establish a welcoming environment.
• Measure and record vital signs, ensuring accurate documentation for clinical review.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures by explaining next steps and positioning them appropriately.
• Assist providers during examinations and procedures.

What This Job Offers

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