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Medical Assistant/Associate (Adult Multispecialty) - Brighton Center for Specialty Care
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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
Who We Are The 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 brand 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. Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage. Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Program. Growth opportunities to higher seniority positions. Management that provides quality training and direction. Direct communication and partnership with Nurse Practitioners and Physicians. Potential exposure to many Specialty Care Departments. Mission Statement Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society. Responsibilities
- Our Adult Specialty Medical Assistants are essential for the care of our patients.
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Responds to general patient inquiries about clinic operations within their scope of practice. Rooms patients (virtually and in person) and performs standard patient intake including taking vitals and other measurements, medical histories, medication reconciliation documentation, form(s) preparation, relevant screenings, following predetermined protocols and other tasks as assigned. May obtain medical records and prepare medical information and reports for the appointment (e.g. reviewing Patient Summary Information, updating prescription information, etc.). Performs room preparation and turnover task(s) assigned, including managing stretchers and beds where appropriate.Patient Care:
Medication preparation and/or administration per standing orders or UMHS and Ambulatory Care policies and guidelines, and competency. Administers injections and immunizations appropriate per competency and Ambulatory Care policy and guidelines. Performs medical laboratory/Point of Care (POC) testing and assists providers per competency or formal training with direct patient care that may include treatments, tests, or procedures. Quality Control testing of POC equipment. May manage forms and consent (virtual and in person) and provide routine patient instruction forms assigned by the clinic and within their scope of practice. Contributes to a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, faculty, and staff by following established procedures, policies, and guidelines. Enter orders per policy co-signature required per standing order or Best Practice Alert (BPA). Queue and pend medication renewals. Take pictures and/or upload media (excluding ophthalmology) according to Ambulatory Care guidelines. Observes patient status, report changes, and document accordingly. Acts as a chaperone during sensitive exams, diagnostic, and therapeutic treatments, or upon patient request. Informs patients of normal test results within their scope of practice .Documents into MiChart within scope of practice.Administrative and Clinical Workflow Support:
Efficiently and effectively prepares and organizes clinical and procedure rooms with appropriate equipment and supplies. Continuously tracks the clinic patient flow, identifies holdups, and notifies patients if the schedule runs behind. Cleans, stocks, and organizes clinic spaces (exam and supply rooms), Maintains inventory and may manage PAR levels when appropriate. Processes forms and in basket messages through MiChart. May assist with prescription or procedure prior authorizations within scope of practice. Disinfects and maintains equipment between cases according to Instructions for Use, policies, and guidelines; removes equipment not needed for next case and stores it appropriately. Transport and prepares surgical instruments for sterile processing. Supports orientation and/or shadowing opportunities as assigned. Participate in regulatory readiness processes. Participation in Daily Management Systems huddles, staff meetings, quality improvement activities, and other Ambulatory Care initiatives as assigned (such as Safety Liaison, MIChart upgrades, or operational meetings) Responsible if assigned and trained to vaccine reconciliation including Vaccines for Children (VFC) and all duties associated with this duty. Perform other related duties within scope of practice as assigned. Required Qualifications- High school diploma or GED. Completion 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 Qualifications
- Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA).
ID 281881
Working Title Medical Assistant/Associate (Adult Multispecialty)- Brighton Center for Specialty Care Job Title Medical Assistant Associate Work Location Brighton Brighton, MI Modes of Work Onsite Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular FLSA Status Nonexempt Organizational Group Um Hospital Department MM BCSC Adult Multispecialty Posting Begin/End Date 8/20/2026
- 8/27/2026 Salary $44,553.60
- $64,688.