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Trinity Health

Medical Assistant

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What they do

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

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Job Description

  • Employment Type:
  • Full time
  • Shift:
  • Day Shift
  • Description:
Location:
Trinity Health Oakland Hospital Employment Type:
Full-Time Ambulatory Care
  • Michigan Cancer Institute Chemo Job Summary Under the direction of a licensed physician and in accordance with established policies and procedures, the Medical Assistant provides clinical and clerical support to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.
This role assists with patient examinations, performs basic clinical procedures including proficient phlebotomy, documents care, and supports scheduling, billing, and medical records processes while demonstrating a strong commitment to customer service and the Trinity Health mission and values. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Clinical Support & Patient Care
  • Prepare exam rooms and patients for physician examinations.
  • Assist physicians during examinations and procedures and follow through on physician orders and plans of care.
  • Perform clinical procedures including phlebotomy (venipuncture proficiency required), specimen handling, lab testing, EKGs, and tympanograms.
  • Identify abnormal versus normal test results and communicate findings appropriately.
  • Administer medications as directed by physicians.
  • Triage patients using established protocols.
  • Reinforce discharge instructions. Documentation, Scheduling & Care Coordination
  • Maintain accurate patient documentation.
  • Schedule diagnostics and specialty referrals.
  • Utilize billing sheets and basic ICD-9, ICD-10, and CPT coding.
  • Support managed care guidelines including authorizations. Operations, Quality & Compliance
  • Maintain medical supplies and equipment.
  • Participate in quality control and proficiency testing.
  • Follow emergency response protocols.
  • Attend staff meetings and required training.
  • Comply with Trinity Health policies, ethical standards, and regulations. Required Qualifications Education
  • High School Diploma or GED required; college preferred.
  • Graduate of accredited NCCA Medical Assistant program or three years of experience.
Licensure / Certification
  • Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA preferred; AMT, NHA, or NCCT accepted).
  • Current CPR/BLS certification. Experience & Knowledge
  • Demonstrated proficiency in phlebotomy required.
  • Previous patient care experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology, insurance, and EHR systems preferred. Physical Requirements
  • Ability to stand/walk up to 80% of the workday.
  • Ability to assist patients up to 100 lbs and push wheelchairs up to 300 lbs. Mission & Values Demonstrates commitment to Trinity Health Oakland Hospital and Trinity Health mission and values. Equal Opportunity Employer Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
  • Our Commitment
  • Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings.
By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions. Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity. EOE including disability/veteran