Medical Assistant – Orthopedics - Days

$2,000 Sign on Bonus

Bone and joint issues can affect your ability to be active at work and at home. The skilled specialists at Henry Ford Orthopedics - Jackson provide care options for conditions such as arthritis and rheumatology care, treatment for fractures and traumatic injuries, pain management, physical rehabilitation and osteoporosis care. We provide non-surgical and surgical treatment options tailored to your specific needs

.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.

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:

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.

SHIFT DETAILS: Days

LOCATION:  1201 E Michigan Ave

Ste 300

Jackson, MI 49201

STATUS: Full Time  

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

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: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital Department: Ortho Multi Specialty Group Shift: Day Job Union Code: Not Applicable