Assistant, Medical - Multi-Site at Southeastern Michigan Health Association

Garden City, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jun, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Vitals, Medical History, Chief Complaints, Injections, Immunizations, Suture Removal, Ear Lavage, Point-of-Care Testing, EKGs, EHR, Charting, Infection Control, PPE Use, Sterilization, HIPAA Compliance, Scheduling

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description LOCATION: Wayne County Healthy Communities - Garden City, MI 48135 POSITION SUMMARY: The Medical Assistant is responsible for a variety of medical related tasks in support of the work of the Physician and Physician Extender (PA, NP). These duties include preparation of exam rooms, electronically updating patient charts, preparing patient for visit with provider, taking and documenting vitals, assisting with exams, assisting with procedures, follow-up with patients providing instructions and education to patients, maintenance of logs, processing orders from the provider, inputting results of tests and labs in charts, making referrals providing and documenting immunizations and other duties as assigned by the Physician Extender and Medical practitioners. The ideal candidate MUST be able to work at the organization’s multiple locations including Garden City, MI and Wayne, MI. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Room patients, obtain vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints. Assist providers with exams and procedures (e.g., injections, immunizations, suture removal, ear lavage). Perform point-of-care testing (glucose, urine, EKGs) and document results accurately in the EHR. Maintain accurate charting, including labs, immunizations, referrals, and superbills. Monitor vaccine storage, maintain logs, and ensure compliance with clinic and OSHA standards. Clean and prepare exam rooms; restock supplies and ensure proper sterilization and biohazard disposal. Respond to patient calls and inquiries professionally while maintaining confidentiality (HIPAA compliant). Assist with front office tasks as needed (scheduling, check-in, insurance verification). Travel between clinic sites and attend required trainings. Support additional clinical and administrative duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Strong clinical skills including vitals, immunizations, lab testing, and basic procedures. Proficiency with EMR systems and medical terminology. Knowledge of infection control, PPE use, and equipment sterilization. Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills. Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently with attention to detail. Flexible and willing to travel between sites as needed. Valid driver license and reliable transportation required EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma One (1) year experience in a healthcare environment One (1) year experience providing office reception services Current Medical Assistant certification (CMA) is preferred, but not mandatory Salary: $16.00 - $20.00 hourly (based on experience & Qualifications) Employment Type: Full-Time Classification: Non-exempt Work Location(s): MUST be able to work at the organization’s multiple locations including Garden City, MI and Wayne, MI Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision insurance Paid time off and Holidays 403b (Retirement plan) Various Voluntary Benefit Option Application Deadline: March 31, 2026. Please contact SEMHA HR Department @ (313) 873-6500 if you need assistance to upload resume, cover letter, and/or make application online. ** Applicants must be presently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. E.O.E.** ** SEMHA is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the SEMHA Human Resources Department. ** ** SEMHA positions are grant funded and are contingent upon the continued support of the funding throughout the duration of the assignment. **

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant supports physicians and extenders by preparing exam rooms, updating electronic charts, taking vitals, assisting with exams and procedures, and providing patient education. Essential functions include rooming patients, performing point-of-care testing, maintaining accurate charting of labs and referrals, and ensuring compliance with clinic standards.