What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Cherry Health?
Job Title: Medical Assistant
About the Role:
Under the direction of the RN Supervisor or Site Manager, the Medical Assistant supports the patient by actively participating in the interdisciplinary care team and assists providers in the delivery of primary care services.
Responsibilities:
- Greet patients, complete and verify forms, and direct patients to exam rooms
- Take vital signs document information in the electronic medical records system
- Assist with examination and procedures and complete necessary cleanup
- Implement provider orders (immunizations, testing, obtaining lab specimens, documenting results, etc.)
- Tactfully deal with patients undergoing treatment in stressful situations
- Follow directions and work effectively with professional and paraprofessional staff
- Manage time effectively
- Manage clinic flow for assigned providers
- Prepare charts for visits, file patient information, and assist with medical records duties
- Retrieve and distribute results to health care providers, laboratories, and medical records as directed. Give abnormal results to provider
- Request test results and referral information from other offices and update patients' charts accordingly
- Contact patients who are due for services and schedule appointments
- Sterilize and clean equipment
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through the American Association of Medical Assistants or equivalent certification
- Basic typing skills and the ability to use computer software systems
- Basic Life Support/CPR training, certification, or the ability to become certified
Benefits:
- Three medical insurance plan options for you and your family
- Dental and Vision Insurance Plans with providers across the State of Michigan
- Generous Paid Time Off benefit that includes 7 paid full day holidays (Including Black Friday) and 2 half day paid holidays
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- MET and MESP 529 Savings Plans
- Pet Insurance
- Vendor discounts and much more
Work Environment:
Cherry Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) operating in six counties across the state of Michigan. Our team of over 800 healthcare professionals provides comprehensive quality health care services to underserved communities.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Cherry Health is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.
