Medical Assistant Associate - Clinical
Job Description
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Job Summary
Working at Michigan Medicine affords you the opportunity to excel in specialty, surgical, and other complex and fast-paced outpatient clinical settings. If you have and enjoy using surgical and procedure-based skills, this opportunity is perfect for you!
Perks and Benefits:
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Growth opportunities to higher seniority positions
- Management that provides quality training and direction
Applications to this posting will be considered for openings in the following areas:
- Primary Care (Adult, Pediatric, and Geriatric populations) and other clinically-based outpatient services
- Specialty Pediatrics
- Psychiatry Services
- Neurology
- Cancer
- Cardiovascular
- Dermatology
Responsibilities*
- Room patients and perform standard patient intake including vitals
- Assist with minor clinical office procedures
- Performs standard medical laboratory/Point of Care (POC) testing.
- Administer medications/immunizations, injections as directed
- Respond to general patient inquiries regarding treatment and clinic policies and procedures.
- Coordinate patient care with outside health agencies.
- May complete general administrative duties as assigned including; Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Disability and Return to Work forms, Electronic Medical Record in-basket messages, etc.
- Complete other clinical and non-clinical duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications*
- High school diploma or GED.
- Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR current enrollment in, or completion of coursework in a healthcare professional program (e.g., medical school, PA program, nursing program, or related clinical training) OR an equivalent combination of education and experience (1 - 3 years).
- Demonstrated knowledge of clinical workflows, patient care, and basic medical terminology.
Desired Qualifications*
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or (RMA).
- Experience working within a large complex health care setting.
- Familiarity with electronic medical records system.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Schedule
Full Time hours, 40 hours per week, weekday schedule will vary depending on location/clinic.
This shift requires a 11a - 7:30p shift at least 2 days per week.
May be occasional weekends.
Work Locations
Canton and Surrounding Medical Group/Health Center Locations
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Job Summary
Working at Michigan Medicine affords you the opportunity to excel in specialty, surgical, and other complex and fast-paced outpatient clinical settings. If you have and enjoy using surgical and procedure-based skills, this opportunity is perfect for you!
Perks and Benefits:
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Growth opportunities to higher seniority positions
- Management that provides quality training and direction
Applications to this posting will be considered for openings in the following areas:
- Primary Care (Adult, Pediatric, and Geriatric populations) and other clinically-based outpatient services
- Specialty Pediatrics
- Psychiatry Services
- Neurology
- Cancer
- Cardiovascular
- Dermatology
Responsibilities*
- Room patients and perform standard patient intake including vitals
- Assist with minor clinical office procedures
- Performs standard medical laboratory/Point of Care (POC) testing.
- Administer medications/immunizations, injections as directed
- Respond to general patient inquiries regarding treatment and clinic policies and procedures.
- Coordinate patient care with outside health agencies.
- May complete general administrative duties as assigned including; Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Disability and Return to Work forms, Electronic Medical Record in-basket messages, etc.
- Complete other clinical and non-clinical duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications*
- High school diploma or GED.
- Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR current enrollment in, or completion of coursework in a healthcare professional program (e.g., medical school, PA program, nursing program, or related clinical training) OR an equivalent combination of education and experience (1 - 3 years).
- Demonstrated knowledge of clinical workflows, patient care, and basic medical terminology.
Desired Qualifications*
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or (RMA).
- Experience working within a large complex health care setting.
- Familiarity with electronic medical records system.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Schedule
Full Time hours, 40 hours per week, weekday schedule will vary depending on location/clinic.
This shift requires a 11a - 7:30p shift at least 2 days per week.
May be occasional weekends.
Work Locations
Canton and Surrounding Medical Group/Health Center Locations
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
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