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Coordinator - Medical Assistants - Full Time – Days
The doctors and team at Henry Ford Family Medicine – North Street are dedicated to caring for you and your loved ones at every stage of life. From regular check-ups to the management of acute illnesses and chronic disease, all your health care needs will be met with professionalism and expertise.
To accommodate busy individuals and families, we provide quick access to laboratory test results, extended office hours, open scheduling and an automated appointment reminder system. By joining our team as a Coordinator - Medical Assistants, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of countless individuals while working in a dynamic and supportive environment.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under direct supervision of the provider and nursing leadership, the Medical Assistant performs a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to assist in the quality and compassionate care provided to patients. These duties may include but are not limited to:
- Greeting and escorting patients to the exam room.
- Obtaining medical histories.
- The measurement and recording of vital signs.
- Preparing patients for an examination/procedure.
- Assisting the provider during the examination/procedure.
SHIFT DETAILS: The schedule for this position is Monday to Friday
7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
LOCATION: 1401 W North St
Jackson, MI 49202
STATUS: Full Time, 40 hours per week
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
- Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills preferred.
- Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills as related to ambulatory patient care preferred.
- Ability to problem-solve preferred. Possess effective interpersonal and communication skills preferred.
- EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience preferred.
From the Hiring Manager: The preferred candidate will have great customer service skills and along with good communication skills.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Graduate from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) Medical Assistant Program or graduate of a formal medical assistant program with a minimum of five years continuous work as Medical Assistant with verifiable clinical experience. Completion of a clinical externship. Two (2) years of experience as a Medical Assistant. Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills as related to ambulatory patient care. Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills. Successful completion of Henry Ford Medical Group (HFMG) pharmacology class and test. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED: Current BLS-C certificate. One of the following is required. Failure retain certification/registration will result in termination from employment with HFHS: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) eligible for Certification by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from the American Medical Technologist organization (AMT) or Certification by the National Healthcare Association (NHA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or Certification from the National Center for Competency Testing (CCT), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA).
