Corewell Health Hiring for Medical Assistant III at Sterling, MI Full Time

Job Summary

Under the direction of management and physician leadership, performs and oversees functions related to the clinical activities including, but not limited to: maintains patient flow by assisting and promoting the delivery of primary and preventative health care, performs technical procedures, lab protocols and clinically oriented activities under physician/provider direction. The Medical Assistant III will assist management in achieving office efficiencies in accordance with stated policies/procedures to ensure efficient operations with a focus on supporting physicians, clinic staff and management which embodies the “Service First” philosophy to promote customer satisfaction.

Essential Functions

• Acts as an assistant to the physician/provider by providing primary healthcare and patient care management.
• Collaborates work efforts with the clerical staff to optimize operations and patient flow.
• Interacts with outside healthcare facilities and agencies involving patient care and insurance.
• Maintains updated competencies, demonstrating ability to speak to leadership and accreditation bodies about process and workflow.
• Perform front office duties to provide coverage as needed.
• Provide coverage in other departments or locations as needed.
• Demonstrates excellent customer services skills and supports the model of patient and family centered care.
• Performs and is formally assigned (2) of the additional responsibilities as part of their primary duties, which should be at least 20% or more of dedicated time:Primary Care gaps in care identification, outreach, and chart preparationResidency clinic roleHigh level disinfectionDesignated new hire preceptorRole in practice participating in or leading special programs/grants (i.e. CPC Plus, SIM, Vaccine for Child Program, process improvement, service excellence ambassador)Care management (PDCMs)Qualified language interpreterSuper User for EPIC or specific competencyAdvanced provider support – assisting with complex procedures and/or infusion/chemo scheduling.Multi-site/flexible float pool assignment

Qualifications

• Required High School Diploma or equivalent
• Required Completion of an accredited MA program, including a clinical rotation, or equivalent experience.
• 1 year of relevant experience Twelve (12) months MA work experience or a completed Beaumont MA internship and (6) months MA work experience Required
• 2 years of relevant experience  2-3 years of MA experience Preferred
• CRT-Medical Assistant, Certified (CMA) – AAMA American Association of Medical Assistants 90 Days required Or
• CRT-Medical Assistant, Registered (RMA) – AMT American Medical Technologists 90 Days required Or
• CRT-Medical Assistant, Certified (NCMA) – NCCT National Center for Competency Testing 90 Days required Or
• CRT-Medical Assistant, Certified (CCMA) – NHA National Healthcareer Association 90 Days required Or
• LIC-Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – STATE_MI State of Michigan 90 Days required Or
• LIC-License Practical Nursing (LPN) – STATE_MI State of Michigan 90 Days required
• CRT-At least one Certification from preferred list – UNKNOWN Unknown Upon Hire required
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) – AHA American Heart Association preferred Or
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) – ARC American Red Cross preferred

Physical Demands

• Pallet to Waist (6″ from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs
• Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs
• Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
• Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
• Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs
• Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 20 lbs
• Sitting: Seldom
• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Forward Bend – Standing: Occasionally
• Forward Bend – Sitting: Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation – Standing: Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation – Sitting: Occasionally
• Squat: Seldom
• Stair Climbing: Seldom
• Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
• Reach – Above Shoulder: Seldom
• Reach – at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally
• Handling: Occasionally
• Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Occasionally
• Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally
• Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
• Visual Acuity ¹[None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom

Primary Location

SITE – Family Medicine Center – 44250 Dequindre Road – Sterling Hts

Department Name

Family Medicine – Troy Split Bill – Troy

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

Variable

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors and community. That is why we require a drug-free workplace and various vaccinations as a requirement for employment.Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447. We are committed to granting reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.