Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine
About The Position
The Medical Assistant supports quality, compassionate patient care at Henry Ford Internal Medicine – Davison Road. Under the supervision of providers and nursing leadership, this role performs administrative and clinical tasks that support providers and help ensure a seamless patient experience. Responsibilities include welcoming and escorting patients, gathering medical histories and vital signs, preparing patients for examinations and procedures, assisting providers as needed, and helping maintain an orderly patient-care area. The role is full-time, day shift, at 8477 Davison Road, Davison, Michigan.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Meet one of the following qualification pathways: graduate of a Medical Assistant program with a formal clinical externship of at least 160 hours; graduate of a Medical Assistant program without a clinical externship and have at least one year of clinical medical assisting experience within the past five years; hold a current professionally recognized Medical Assistant certification and have at least one year of clinical medical assisting experience; be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN); be a licensed Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with at least one year of clinical experience in a clinical medical setting within the past five years; or be military-trained medical personnel with at least one year of clinical experience in a clinical medical setting within the past five years.
- Current BLS-C upon hire or successful completion by the end of orientation.
- Successfully complete all components of Ambulatory orientation as defined by Henry Ford Health.
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, assisting providers as needed.
- Perform administrative tasks to support the efficient operation of the clinical practice.
- Assist in maintaining a clean and organized patient care area.
- Successfully complete all components of Ambulatory orientation as defined by Henry Ford Health.
Benefits
- Opportunities for career growth.
- Collaboration with diverse teams.
- Continuous learning and innovation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
