Medical Assistant
Henry Ford Health
Jackson, MI4h agovia LinkedIn
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed · Diploma
- Must know
- EHR / EMRCPR / BLS
- Nice to have
- Patient care
- Work
- On-site in Jackson
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Patient care91%CPR / BLS76%EHR / EMR38%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 12, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
As a Medical Assistant at Henry Ford Health, you will serve as a vital link between patients and providers, delivering compassionate care. You will master a dynamic blend of administrative and clinical responsibilities that directly impact patient outcomes and experience, working under the direction of the provider and nursing leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet and escort patients with warmth and professionalism.
- Gather comprehensive medical histories.
- Accurately measure and record vital signs.
- Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
- Provide hands-on clinical support to providers during patient interactions.
- Develop strong problem-solving skills.
- Leverage clinical expertise to anticipate patient needs.
- Communicate effectively with both patients and healthcare team members.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
Qualifications
- Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160 hour minimum)
OR
- Graduate of a Medical Assistant program without clinical externship, plus minimum one-year experience in clinical medical assisting within the past five (5) years
OR
- Current Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification with minimum one year of clinical medical assisting experience
OR
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
OR
- Licensed Paramedic/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with at least one-year clinical experience in a clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years
OR
- Military trained medical personnel with at least one-year clinical experience in a clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years
Preferred Qualifications
- Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills
- Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills related to ambulatory patient care
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience
Certifications/Licensures Required
- Current BLS-C upon hire or successful completion by end of orientation