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University of Michigan Health Sparrow
Cardiology - MEDICAL ASSISTANT
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A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$41,481 / year median in Michigan
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Cardiology - MEDICAL
ASSISTANT
University of Michigan Health Sparrow - 4.3 Lansing, MI Job Details Full-time 8 hours ago Qualifications Patient monitoring Safety protocol adherence HIPAA High school diploma or GED Patient interaction Medical assisting Providing care for clientsFull Job Description Job ID:
55384Positions Location:
Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job:
Working Description:
Positions Location:
Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job :
Working as part of a team to provide quality patient care and assist with the daily functions of the physician clinic.Essential Duties :
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position. Assist with patients Take vital signs Enter data in electronic medical record Maintain/Stock clinic supplies and exam room Patient assistance program for applicable patient Clean surgical equipment Clerical and other duties assigned by the Manager of Patient Care the essential duties of the job beginning with the most important Job Requirements General Requirements- Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures.
- Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence).
- Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our associates, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful.
- Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank).
- Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities. Education
- High school diploma or GED
- Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR In lieu of formal education, minimum 6 months of recent Medical Assistant clinical experience
Specialized Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Mobility required
- Ability to work as part of a team to provide quality patient care
- Demonstrates a positive team attitude and has interpersonal skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with clients, families, providers, and co-workers
- Necessary visual and auditory acuity to monitor patient's condition and operate department equipment
Preferred:
- RMA/CMA preferred
- 6 months of clinical experience preferred
- Experience with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) preferred University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.