What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant Temp- Float Pool position at University of Michigan?
Job Summary
Employees in this part-time temporary role will be responsible for providing MA float coverage to the Primary Care segment of UMMG and specialty sites as appropriate. The Primary Care segment has multiple Ambulatory Care Units (ACUs) that are Patient Centered Medical Home clinics and provide team-based care to patients. The mission of the primary care ACUs is to provide timely, high-quality, evidence-based, empathetic care to a population of diverse patients while also upholding the academic mission of Michigan Medicine through the education of medical students and residents. We are seeking a compassionate and enthusiastic Medical Assistant to join our team. This individual will share our priorities which include: high quality medical care, excellent customer service, commitment to innovation, safety of staff and patients, efficiency, employee satisfaction, stewardship of resources, and the ideal experience for our patients, families and employees.
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.
Responsibilities*
- Work directly with providers and their care team to deliver excellent and timely patient care
- Ensure efficient patient flow in a fast-paced primary care outpatient setting
- Complete patient intake including taking vitals, obtain medical and surgical history and document chief complaint
- Reconcile outside records and document clinical information in patient chart in electronic medical record
- Assist providers with point of care alerts for overdue services
- Assist with minor clinical and diagnostic procedures and treatments
- Provide clinical assistance by performing immunization/medication administration, EKGs, bench testing and procedures as necessary
- Assist with obtaining medication prior authorizations
Required Qualifications*
- Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program OR an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary.
- Candidate must demonstrate team effort, be able to work independently, have good organization skills.
- Candidate must have an excellent attendance record, but also be flexible in assignment and work schedule
Desired Qualifications*
- Certified as medical assistant.
- Experience working with Epic.
- Understanding of university policies and procedures.
Work Schedule
Work Schedule: Hours: Part-time, minimum of 12 hours/week
Shifts: Varies, Monday - Saturday with late evenings
Weekly schedule: Minimum of two 4-hour sessions and participation in a Saturday rotation schedule
Work Locations
Primary Care Clinics are located throughout the Michigan Medicine network.
Primary clinic assignment(s) are driven by the needs of the primary care segment and selected candidates. Other specialty Sites as assigned.
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.
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/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Opening ID
260149
Working Title
Medical Assistant Temp- Float Pool
Job Title
MEDICAL ASSISTANT (TEMP)
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM MA Resource Pool (MARP)
Posting Begin/End Date
2/14/2025 - 3/16/2025
Career Interest
Temporary Job Opening
