Medical Assistant, Family Medicine
Henry Ford Health
About the Role
The Medical Assistant – Family Medicine position at Henry Ford Health is a contingent role based in Washington Township, MI. You will work under the direct supervision of the provider and/or nursing leadership, performing administrative and clinical tasks to support patient care. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives within a dynamic and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Greeting and escorting patients to the exam room.
- Obtaining medical histories.
- Measuring and recording vital signs.
- Preparing patients for an examination/procedure.
- Assisting the provider during the examination/procedure.
Qualifications
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EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
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High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
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Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160 hour minimum).
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OR Graduate from a Medical Assistant program without a clinical externship but with a minimum of one-year experience in clinical medical assisting within the past five (5) years.
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OR Current Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification with a minimum of one year of experience in clinical medical assisting.
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OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
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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.
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OR Military trained medical personnel with at least one-year clinical experience in a clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years.
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Additional Requirements:
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Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills are preferred.
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Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills as related to ambulatory patient care is preferred.
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Ability to problem-solve is preferred.
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Possess effective interpersonal and communication skills is preferred.
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EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience is preferred.
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CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
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Current BLS-C upon hire or successful completion by end of orientation.