What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at MyCare Health Center?
URGENTLY HIRING!
MyCare Health Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our multi-location health center in Macomb County! The position of Medical Assistant performs assistance to medical staff in the examination and treatment of patients under general supervision. All medical assistants actively participate in the Patient Care Team by pre-planning office visits, morning group huddles, educating patients and orienting them to improve their health.
State of Michigan Certification or ability to obtain it within 90 days is required. The ideal candidates will have 1 years of experience in medical assisting in a Family Practice setting. Must have flexibility M-F 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Our patients are our mission and come from all walks of life so dedication to the MyCare Mission and tolerance of cultural and socio-economic differences is critical to success in this position. This position may be assigned to either our Center Line or Mt Clemens location, with flexibility to work at either site as requested. Our staff are eligible to earn annual performance bonuses that can significantly impact annual earnings.
BENEFITS:
- 160 hours of Paid Time Off 11 paid Holidays annually
- Medical, dental and vision insurance for staff with an option to purchase dependent coverage for a reasonable cost
- Life Insurance equal to one-year salary
- 401(k) with match
- Section 125 Flexible Spending account
- Short Term Disability at employee cost
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
- Assists medical staff in the examination and treatment of patients, e.g. office visits, procedures.
- Assists with direct patient care procedures and related tasks; checks in patients, assists in obtaining patient histories, takes vital signs, prepares charts, and assists with medical examinations; all part of the medical home experience at MyCare.
- Prepares exam rooms for examination of patients and maintains stocks of medical supplies as necessary in the exam rooms.
- As ordered by the Provider, administers injections.
- As ordered by the Provider, performs venipuncture blood draws and processes specimens according to required lab specifications.
- As ordered by the Provider, performs CLIA waived testing according to CLIA and manufacture’s guidelines.
- Educates and advises patients on specified medical issues within established parameters, including: medication refills, laboratory, diagnostic results, appointments and hospital admissions.
- Under the direction of a Physician, Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, assists in all aspects of medication prescribing, e.g. prior authorizations, calling in refills, medication reconciliation.
- Documents services delivered in a timely, accurate and prescribed manner, in compliance with the MyCare Health Center Quality Assurance Plan
- Adheres to the Policies and Procedures, standards for service delivery and Code of Ethics established by MyCare Health Center
- Practices all applicable safety, environmental, and infection control methods.
- Informs and assists Provider/Supervisor of any patient that needs immediate medical attention.
- Handles all phone calls in a timely and courteous manner.
- Assist the supervisor as unusual problems arise.
- Support staff in assigned project based work.
- Other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor, including filling in at the front desk as needed
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Completion of a technical education program for medical assisting and Medical Assistant Certification is required within 90 days of employment, if not currently certified.
- 1-2 years of medical assisting experience in a family medicine environment is preferred.
- All employees are required to maintain a current BLS/CPR certification and training will be provided if needed.
MyCare Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.
