Medical Assistant - Brighton

Job Summary

Working at Michigan Medicine affords you the opportunity to use your medical assistant skills while connecting with patients in a fast-paced, outpatient environment. This position supports patients by building relationships and performing a wide range of hands-on tasks in various clinical environments ranging from pediatric to adult and geriatrics.

Perks and Benefits:

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Growth opportunities to higher seniority positions
• Management that provides quality training and direction

Applications to this posting will be considered for openings in the following areas:

• Primary Care (Adult, Pediatric, and Geriatric populations)
• Specialty Pediatrics
• Psychiatry Services
• Neurology
• Cancer
• Cardiovascular
• Dermatology
• And other clinically-based outpatient services

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.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Company Culture:

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care — that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. With an abiding commitment to respecting the dignity of every individual, we foster an inclusive workforce in our values and actions. Working here means you’re a valued member of the Michigan family where tolerance and acceptance of people of all backgrounds is our highest goal.

Check out this video on what’s great about working at Michigan Medicine: https://youtu.be/vsFohjOhVsw

Responsibilities*

Responsibilities could include:

• Room patients and perform standard patient intake including vitals
• Assist with minor clinical office procedures
• Performs standard medical laboratory/Point of Care (POC) testing.
• Administer medications/immunizations, injections as directed
• Respond to general patient inquiries regarding treatment and clinic policies and procedures.
• Coordinate patient care with outside health agencies.
• May complete general administrative duties as assigned including; Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Disability and Return to Work forms, Electronic Medical Record in-basket messages, etc.
• Complete other clinical and non-clinical duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications*

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program OR current enrollment in, or completion of coursework in a healthcare professional program (e.g., medical school, PA program, nursing program, or related clinical training) OR equivalent combination of education and experience (1-3 years).
• Demonstrated knowledge of clinical workflows, patient care, and basic medical terminology.

Physical Requirements:

• This position requires moderate standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients.

Desired Qualifications*

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or (RMA).
• Experience working within a large complex outpatient health care setting.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records system.

Work Schedule

Full Time hours, 40 hours per week, weekday schedule will vary depending on location/clinic.

May be occasional weekends.

Work Locations

Brighton and Surrounding Medical Group/Health Center Locations

Union Affiliation

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Travel reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Application Question(s):

•  Are you able to work an 8-hour shift between the hours of 6am-6pm Monday through Friday? Some clinics require evening rotations – on occasion, would you be available to work until 7:30pm?

Experience:

• Medical Assistant: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Brighton, MI (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Brighton, MI: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person