Medical Assistant
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Entry
Novi, MI, USA
In PersonBased at the Novi location; minimal travel required.
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryClinical Support & Patient Administration
About the job
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program and/or equivalent relevant experience is required as applicable under state regulations.
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology and clinical procedures, or willingness to learn, is sought.
- BLS certification is required.
- Ability to perform well in stressful situations is required.
- Knowledge of healthcare systems operations, including electronic medical records and practice management solutions, is required.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines is required.
- Project management, database management, and strong problem-solving skills are required.
- Vendor relations knowledge is required for Medical Assistants who order office and clinical supplies.
- Skill in using computer programs and applications, including Microsoft Office, is required.
- Strong verbal and written communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail are required.
- Ability to deliver patient service and comply with HIPAA patient-confidentiality regulations is required.
- Punctuality and dependability for assigned and confirmed shifts are required.
- Ability to carry 1–25 pounds frequently and 26–50 pounds occasionally; push or pull 1–25 pounds seldom and 100 or more pounds seldom; and lift the listed weights from floor to chest or waist at the stated frequencies is required.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine administrative and clinical duties under the direction of the assigned direct supervisor.
- Confer with physicians, nursing staff, and other staff to coordinate and schedule patient appointments.
- Greet and prepare patients; measure and record vital signs; and record patient interviews, histories, and chief complaints.
- Provide patient education about medications, disease management, home treatments, and special diets.
- Prepare patients for examinations, perform routine screening tests, and assist physicians with examinations.
- Perform phlebotomy, collect other laboratory specimens, and perform basic laboratory tests.
- Perform electrocardiograms after required training.
- Assist with X-ray and physician therapy procedures.
- Prepare and administer medications with physician authorization.
- Change dressings, apply bandages, remove sutures, and perform other first-aid procedures.
- Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation when necessary if BLS certified.
- Prepare accurate, legal, and ethical documentation and maintain accurate, complete medical records.
- Open the office in the morning and close it in the afternoon.
- Maintain patient logs for laboratory requests, CT scans, and other treatment orders, and maintain the prescription ledger when needed.
- Maintain back-office patient flow, keep rooms full, and assist with room turnover.
- Complete new-patient workups, including X-rays, vital signs, and explanation of the new-patient packet; add medical history for new patients and accurately update established patients' histories.
- Set up physician rooms accurately and completely, and ensure patients' medications are updated before physician visits.
- Set up in-office surgical procedures and ensure consent forms are completed correctly while avoiding excessive medical abbreviations.
- Scribe as assigned according to physician office flow.
- Prepare for the following day's patients, including confirming next-day visits.
- Complete patient medical-record requests when necessary.
- Assist with orientation and training of new personnel and ensure proper handoff of responsibilities when tasks are completed.
- Meet attendance criteria, start work promptly, and be punctual and dependable for assigned or confirmed shifts.
- Respect and support the organization's commitment to cultural diversity through behavior, language, and actions; use time and resources consistently well.
- Adhere to and support assigned compliance and accreditation efforts, including OSHA, HIPAA, and CMS Parts C and D general compliance and fraud, waste, and abuse guidelines.
- Follow applicable laws and regulations and Solaris Health and affiliated-practice policies and procedures, maintain confidentiality of protected health information under HIPAA, immediately report suspected concerns or violations to a supervisor or Compliance Department, and complete annual compliance training on time.
- Perform other position-related duties as assigned.
- Travel as required; minimal travel is expected.
Desired Qualifications
- Medical Assistant certification or registration is preferred.
- Six months of experience working in a physician's office is desired.
- Urology experience is desired.
About the company
MIU provides comprehensive urology care across Michigan through a large network of clinics and more than 60 clinicians, including 14+ physicians in six subspecialties. It delivers services through its clinics and a Patient Portal that lets patients message physicians, view lab results and documents, and register for appointments, and it also performs robotic-assisted surgeries. The practice differentiates itself with its long history, statewide multi-location presence, broad range of urology subspecialties, and affiliation with Trinity Health Michigan and Corewell Health to improve access and care coordination. Its goal is to offer accessible, high-quality urological care to patients across Michigan.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Saint Clair Shores, Michigan
Founded
1991
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 2026 IR Centers expansion adds capacity for BPH and pelvic venous procedures.
- MIU added Grand Rapids offices in 2026, expanding statewide reach beyond Southeast Michigan.
- May 2026 Corewell Troy appointment for Dr. Brian Seifman strengthens hospital visibility and referrals.
What critics are saying
- Care delivery depends on Solaris-backed consolidation, which can pressure autonomy by 2026.
- New outpatient IR and PET/CT investments raise utilization risk if referrals soften in 2026.
- Prostate and bladder trial activity ties MIU to sponsor pipelines; failures cut differentiation.
What makes Michigan Institute of Urology unique
- MIU runs 15 Southeast Michigan locations and 60 providers, giving dense local coverage.
- Solaris Health affiliation since 2022 gives MIU scale, capital access, and playbooks.
- MIU combines urology, research trials, and outpatient IR procedures under one platform.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Plan