Medical Assistant - Cont - Occupational Health

Medical Assistant - Cont - Occupational Health - (24 Hours) - Multiple Locations

We are seeking a dependable and motivated Medical Assistant (MA) to join our Occupational Health Services team. This non-clinical role involves traveling to corporate client sites across Detroit, Warren, and Royal Oak to perform health screenings, hearing tests, and other wellness services.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working independently, engaging with clients in a professional setting, and traveling between locations using their own vehicle (mileage reimbursement provided). A company minivan may be available at times, but personal transportation is required.

GENERAL

SUMMARY:

Under direct supervision of the provider and nursing leadership, the Medical Assistant performs a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to assist in the quality and compassionate care provided to patients.

These duties may include but are not limited to the

• Greeting and escorting of patients to the exam room.
• Obtaining medical histories.
• The measurement and recording of vital signs.
• Preparing patients for an examination/procedure.
• Assisting the provider during the examination/procedure.

Position:
Medical Assistant – Occupational Health Services (Non-Clinical)
Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Travel Required:
Detroit, Warren, and Royal Oak (Mileage Reimbursement Provided)

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills preferred.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills as related to ambulatory patient care preferred.
• Ability to problem-solve preferred. Possess effective interpersonal and communication skills preferred.
• EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience preferred.
• Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA/CMA), American Medical Technologists (RMA), National Health Career Associations Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), and National Center for Competency Testing National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) preferred.

Additional Requirements:

Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160 hour minimum).
OR

Graduate from a Medical Assistant program without completion of a clinical externship but with a minimum one-year experience in clinical medical assisting within the past five (5) years.
OR

Current Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in clinical medical assisting. OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
OR

Licensed Paramedic/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years.
OR

Military trained medical personnel with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES

REQUIRED:

• Current BLS-C upon hire or successful completion by end of orientation.

Additional Information

• Organization:
  Community Care Services
• Department:
  Occupational Health
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code:
  Not Applicable

This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affiliated Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.