MEDICAL ASSISTANT

About the Role

The Medical Assistant position at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow in Lansing, MI is responsible for the efficient and effective processing of patients through the practice/clinic and assisting providers in providing high quality, compassionate patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for examination, obtains vital signs and chief complaint, and appropriately documents information.
• Performs laboratory and diagnostic testing.
• Answers, screens, and triages telephone calls, takes accurate messages, and distributes them to appropriate personnel.
• Schedules tests and referral appointments for patients.
• Administers oral and injectable medication and phones prescriptions to pharmacies.
• Engages and helps promote patient/family teaching and provides an educational environment.
• Maintains practice standards by participating in in-services and committees.
• May assist in developing and implementing quality control and practice policies.
• Inventories, orders, and restocks areas as necessary.
• Maintains and cleans equipment and environmental safety.
• May provide clerical services to maintain effective practice flow.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High school diploma or GED
• Graduate from a Medical Assistant program
• Ability to provide age-specific patient care for physical and safety needs, psychosocial concerns, and educational level.
• Necessary visual and auditory acuity for monitoring patient condition and operating equipment.
• Demonstrates a positive team attitude and interpersonal skills for effective communication with clients, families, providers, and co-workers.

Preferred Qualifications

• BLS
• Experience in medical office setting
• MA Certification
• Experience with an EMR