Lead Medical Assistant - Family Medicine

Job Description

Lead-Medical Assistant - Henry Ford Health

Job Title

Lead-Medical Assistant - Family Medicine

About the Department

Henry Ford Family Medicine - Burton

1460 N Center Rd Burton, MI 48509

Maps & Directions

Henry Ford Family Medicine - Burton offers quick and convenient care for unexpected, non-life threatening, minor illnesses and injuries. We help promote family health at any age. For adults, our doctors focus on your needs, including managing complex or chronic health conditions. We listen to understand the health needs of you and your family. Then, we deliver care that is right for you or your child.

Role Overview

As a Lead-Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the health care clinic by preparing patients for examination and managing clerical tasks. Under the supervision of the Office Supervisor/Manager, you will ensure the smooth operation of support functions, occasionally stepping into roles such as receptionist, medical assistant, or lab assistant. Your work directly contributes to the efficiency and quality of patient care.

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

• Prepare patients for examination and assist with clinical procedures.
• Perform clerical duties related to clinic activities, ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
• Support the Office Supervisor/Manager in managing the clinic¿s support functions.
• Occasionally function as a receptionist, medical assistant, or lab assistant as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized clinical environment to enhance patient experience.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAAHEP or ABHES Medical Assistant Program, or a formal medical assistant program with a minimum of five years continuous work experience as a Medical Assistant with verifiable clinical experience.
• Completion of a clinical externship.
• Three (3) years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills related to ambulatory patient care.
• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.
• Successful completion of HFMG pharmacology class and test.
• Current BLS-C certificate.
• One of the following certifications: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from AAMA, Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from AMT, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) from NHA, or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) from NCCT.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a medical assistant setting.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.

What We Offer

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