Medical Assistant - Primary Care

Job Description

Medical Assistant - Henry Ford Health

Job Title

Medical Assistant

About the Department

Join the dedicated team at Providence Hospitals, part of the esteemed Henry Ford Health network. Serving communities across Oakland County, our hospitals blend advanced specialty care with strong local connections. We pride ourselves on delivering compassionate, patient-centered care in a supportive environment. Our Medical Assistant role is integral to our mission, ensuring seamless patient experiences and high-quality healthcare delivery.

Role Overview

As a Medical Assistant, you¿ll play a vital role in supporting providers and nursing leadership to deliver exceptional patient care. Your responsibilities will include administrative and clinical tasks, from greeting patients to assisting during examinations, ensuring a smooth and compassionate healthcare experience.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Greet and escort patients to exam rooms, ensuring a welcoming environment.
• Obtain and record accurate medical histories and vital signs.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, assisting providers as needed.
• Perform administrative tasks to support efficient clinic operations.
• Uphold compassionate care standards in all patient interactions.

Qualifications

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with a 160-hour clinical externship, OR one year of clinical medical assisting experience within the past five years, OR current Medical Assistant certification with one year of experience, OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), OR Licensed Paramedic/EMT with one year of clinical experience, OR military-trained medical personnel with one year of clinical experience.
• Current BLS-C certification upon hire or by the end of orientation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.
• EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, we foster career growth through collaborative, mission-driven work and continuous learning opportunities. Join a team where your contributions make a meaningful impact every day.

Join Our Team

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health!

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