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Job TitleMedical AssistantJob DescriptionThe Brighton Center for Specialty Care is one of the newer University of Michigan Ambulatory Care facility dedicated to providing high quality health care services for adults and children. The new 2-story facility is located at 7500 Challis in Brighton, MI. We are actively seeking compassionate, enthusiastic, and patient-focused individuals who will share in the goal of crafting the ideal experience for our patients, families and employees.You will play an integral role within our institution and are important to delivering the highest quality service to patients and their loved ones. We are eager to assist you in becoming a well-rounded employee and individual, and to help you advance in your career. Don't hesitate - join our team today and help us provide remarkable assistance to our patients in the Brighton area.ResponsibilitiesFunction as part of a team to manage patient flow in a fast paced, outpatient clinic setting. Duties included but are not limited to the following: taking vitals, accurately updating medications and other information in the electronic medical record, prepping patient and physicians for procedures, and maintaining clinic flow.Functions to support the providers and patients for all clinic visits within the Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Center which include Back & Pain, Neurology Pain, NeuroSport, Neurosurgery, Orthopaedic Surgery- Adult and Pediatric, PM&R? Adult and Pediatric, RheumatologyProvide direct patient care including intake, suture removal, wound care, casting and bracing as directed by providersSet up and assist in complex procedures, requiring knowledge of complex and varied equipment including procedures such as injection, reduction, pin removals, hand procedure, Ultrasound, TenexProvides routine but complex instructions for patient procedures and treatments, according to unit guidelines and as delegated by providers and nursesCoordinates clinical services provided to patients, radiology imaging and tests, blood draws and lab routing of lab specimensProvider support for provider video visits, which includes, reminder calls, portal assistance, intake, obtaining medical records and imaging needed for providerAssistance and back up to PSA Nurse assist's in basket for messages from patients through the portal, providers, nurses, and MAs.Assist providers with patient letter and form completionMaintaining, ordering, and stocking supplies for exam roomsEnsuring appropriate infection control protocol is followedProperly managing equipment to ensure it is well-maintained and ready-for-useProblem-solve issues related to the retrieval of medical informationOther duties as assignedRequired QualificationsHigh school diploma or GEDCompletion of a Medical Assistant program OR current enrollment in, or completion of coursework in a healthcare professional program (e.g., medical school, PA program, nursing program, or related clinical training) OR an equivalent combination of education and experience (1-3 years).Demonstrated knowledge of clinical workflows, patient care, and basic medical terminology.Desired QualificationsCertification as a Medical Assistant.Experience working within a large, complex health care setting.Familiarity with UMHS electronic medical record systems.Knowledge of University policies and procedures.Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to work well within a team settingCommunicates effectivelyDemonstrates active listening, written, verbal and information technology skillsExcellent attendance historyWhy Join Michigan Medicine?Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.What Benefits can you Look Forward to?Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day2:1 Match on retirement savingsModes of WorkPositions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.Work ScheduleThe facility is open 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday through Friday, and 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM on Saturday. We are flexible in scheduling, and request that you are also flexible in working various shifts.Additional InformationThis posting is currently open only to internal candidates. External candidates may apply at Job IDs , , or . You will be trained on site by one of our tenured Medical Assistants.Union AffiliationThis position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.Background ScreeningMichigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.Application DeadlineJob openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.U-M EEO StatementThe University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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brighton, MI, 48116, US
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