Medical Assistant Primary Care Royalton

Corewell Health • Saint Joseph, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a licensed professional, the Medical Assistant performs and oversees functions within their scope of practice related to clinical activities. The role supports patient flow and the delivery of health care, performs technical procedures and clinically oriented activities, and helps management achieve office efficiencies in accordance with stated policies and procedures. The position supports physicians, clinic staff, and management while embodying the “Service First” philosophy to promote customer satisfaction.

The Medical Assistant works in Internal Medicine at Health Park Medical Office Building 1 in St. Joseph. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with a day shift, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an accredited, hands-on, competency-based Medical Assistant training program; online-only programs do not qualify.
• Obtain one of the following Medical Assistant credentials within 120 days: CMA from AAMA, CCMA from NHA, NCMA from NCCT, NRCMA from NAHP, or RMA from AMT.
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 90 days through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Nice To Haves

• One year of relevant experience working in a physician practice or healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate efficient patient flow by preparing patients for visits or admission and providing services and education as directed by providers and within scope of practice.
• Perform administrative duties to keep information current and updated, including maintaining and monitoring the electronic health record.
• Maintain and clean the environment, work area, and equipment, and communicate equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Greet and communicate with patients and families in a manner consistent with care and respect.
• Communicate and collaborate with the health care team, anticipate team members’ needs, and support continuity and quality of care and coordination of services.
• Collect, monitor, and report patient data and needs to licensed team members as directed, following documentation standards.
• Maintain high ethical standards and support patient safety, quality of care, excellent service, privacy, confidentiality, and security of patient, staff, and organizational data.
• Engage in ongoing professional study and complete required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements.
• Assist providers with examinations, procedures, and treatments by preparing patients and ensuring appropriate supplies and equipment are available.
• Prepare, administer, and document medications within scope of practice and as directed by the provider.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package addressing financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with offers on items and services such as restaurants, phone plans, and spas.
• Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.

What This Job Offers

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