Medical Assistant - General Surgery - Days

About the Role

By joining our team as a Medical Assistant, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of countless individuals while working in a dynamic and supportive environment. 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.

Responsibilities

• Greeting and escorting 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.

From the Hiring Manager

Preferred qualifications include previous ambulatory or surgical clinic experience, strong communication and organizational skills, proficiency with Epic, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Our General Surgery team is collaborative, patient-focused, and committed to delivering high-quality care. The Medical Assistant will support five surgeons, making flexibility, teamwork, and the ability to prioritize competing demands essential. Experience assisting with minor procedures, patient education, and care coordination is preferred.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Full Time, 40 hours per week

Location

1100 E Michigan Ave Suite 203, Jackson, MI 49201

Education Requirements

• 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 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Certifications/Licensures Required

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