About the role
Job Description
Medical Assistant - Henry Ford Health
Job Title
Medical Assistant
About the Department
Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health's Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our Jackson location offers a warm, community-focused environment where you can make a meaningful impact. Here, you'll be part of a close-knit team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to our patients while enjoying the charm and affordability of small-town living.
Henry Ford Family Medicine - North Street
1401 W North St Jackson, MI 49202
Maps & Directions
Full Time 36 Hours Days
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 both administrative and clinical tasks, ensuring a seamless and compassionate patient experience. This role is essential in maintaining the quality and efficiency of our healthcare services.
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 a variety of clinical tasks to support patient care and treatment. * Maintain patient records and ensure confidentiality in all interactions.
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
* High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. * Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160-hour minimum), or equivalent experience as outlined in the job description. * Current BLS-C certification upon hire or successful completion 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, you'll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with passionate professionals, and the chance to contribute to mission-driven work. We foster a learning environment where you can develop your skills and make a lasting impact on patient care.
Join Our Team
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team that¿s transforming healthcare.
Qualifications
• 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 one year 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. • Must Successfully complete all components of Ambulatory orientation as defined by Henry Ford Health.