Medical Assistant - OBGYN

Company Description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Job Title

Medical Assistant -OBGYN

About the Department

Medical Assistant - OBGYN Days

$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS

The Henry Ford Macomb Obstetrics and Gynecology (Ob/Gyn) Program aims to train the Ob/Gyn generalist with specific educational experiences geared toward the development of competence in the provision of ambulatory primary health care for women..

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.
• We are seeking an experienced Medical Assistant who is comfortable working in a fast-paced women's health setting. Preferred qualifications include prior experience in OB/GYN or women's health, proficiency with EMR systems, and strong clinical skills such as rooming patients, obtaining vitals, assisting with pelvic exams and procedures, administering injections, phlebotomy, and patient education. Strengths in women's health should include sensitivity to patient privacy, comfort discussing reproductive health topics, effective communication, and the ability to support providers during prenatal, gynecologic, and preventive care visits. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, teamwork, reliability, and a patient-centered approach, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently. Any experience with prior authorizations, care coordination, phone triage, or population health initiatives is a plus.

SHIFT DETAILS: Days

LOCATION: 16151 19 Mile Road Clinton Township, MI 48038

STATUS: Full Time, 40 hours per week

Role Overview

As a Medical Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting our providers and nursing leadership to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to our patients. Your responsibilities will include both administrative and clinical tasks, ensuring a seamless and positive patient experience. This role is essential in maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness 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 the exam room, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable environment.
• Obtain and record accurate medical histories to support patient care.
• Measure and document vital signs, contributing to comprehensive patient assessments.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, ensuring they are informed and at ease.
• Assist providers during examinations and procedures, facilitating efficient and effective care.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Current BLS-C certification upon hire or successful completion by the end of orientation.
• 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 a clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years, OR Military trained medical personnel with at least one-year clinical experience in a clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.
• EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, we foster a collaborative environment where you can grow your career, contribute to mission-driven work, and engage in continuous learning opportunities. Join a team that values your skills and supports your professional development.

Join Our Team

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team that's transforming healthcare.

Qualifications

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 one year of experience in clinical medical assisting. OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). 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.

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