MA - Medical Assistant - General Interest - Various Locations * Greater Grand Rapids

General Summary

The University of Michigan Health-West is seeking dedicated and compassionate Medical Assistants to join their team. This is a general posting for those interested in a Medical Assistant position.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant, L.P.N., or R.N. program (proof of graduation required before start)
• Not yet certified or registered (certification or registration must be obtained within 120 days of hire, proof provided to manager within 90 days)
• If certification or registration is not obtained within 120 days, employment may be terminated with rehire eligibility unless other performance factors prevent rehire

Skills

• Working knowledge of medical terminology and CPT/ICD-9 codes
• Working knowledge of medical office daily operations
• Working knowledge of Universal Precautions
• Typing skills with computer background
• Good communication skills in both verbal and written form
• The desire for more responsibility

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Review patient vital medical information and document it, including allergies, physical and emotional condition
• Document vital signs, height, weight, and subjective complaints in the Electric Medical Record and communicate to the physician
• Provide support and assistance during patient examinations and procedures
• Interpret and implement provider’s recommended “orders” (e.g. laboratory, etc.)
• Complete documentation and charting of clinical test results
• Obtain and process requested lab specimens, either internally or externally
• Complete in-office testing (e.g. EKG, holter monitor) as required
• Aid in the administration of medications or medication administration as directed
• Aid patients in scheduling follow-up, referrals, and future appointments
• Maintain diagnostic equipment and report malfunctions to the Enterprise Office Manager and/or Clinical Engineering
• Receive and organize medication samples