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Medical Assistant (MA) - Pediatric Specialties, Oakland

Trinity Health

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Compensation
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Location
Pontiac, MI
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Certified Athletic TrainerMA Re-Certification CEUsEMT With Current/Active License In MichiganParamedic Following Successful Completion Of National Registry Paramedic ExamValid CPR CertificationCMANCMANRCMACMAC

Job overview

Trinity Health is hiring a Medical Assistant (MA) - Pediatric Specialties, Oakland. Trinity Health IHA Medical Group seeks a compassionate Medical Assistant in Pontiac, Michigan to support providers by preparing patients, collecting health information, assisting with exams and procedures, administering medications, communicating results, providing education, coordinating care, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives.

Key focus areas include Welcome and prepare patients for appointments, Collect and document patient histories, vital signs, and health information, and Assist providers with exams, procedures, testing, and specimen collection.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, Successful Completion Of Accredited/Approved MA Program And MA Externship, and Successful Completion Of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program. Important skills include Test Tracking, Moderate To Complex Gaps In Care, Supply/Medication Ordering, Prior Authorizations, Quality Control, and Lab Logs.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Test TrackingModerate to Complex Gaps in CareSupply/Medication OrderingPrior AuthorizationsQuality ControlLab LogsPractice AuditsClinical Equipment Maintenance and CalibrationSurgery SchedulingVFC OrderingVFC BalancingVFC InventoryingVFC BillingVIM/MCIR CompletionOSHA/Safety RepresentativeTranscribing Patient Exam InformationTranscribing DiagnosisTranscribing Plan Into Medical RecordTB TestingPositive Professional Service-Oriented Work EnvironmentWork Effectively as a Member of the Clinical Care TeamSafest Possible MannerReport Preventable Hazards and Unsafe PracticesHigh Level of Service and RespectKnowledge of IHA Standards, Policies and ProceduresKnowledge of Office ServicesUse of All Relevant Office EquipmentComputer and Manual SystemsStrict Patient and Employee ConfidentialityHIPAA GuidelinesDemonstrating Exceptional AbilityWillingness to Take on New and Additional ResponsibilitiesEmbraces New IdeasRespects Cultural DifferencesUses Resources EfficientlyObtaining Accurate Patient Vital StatisticsPatient Health HistoryMedical TerminologyOperating a Standard Desktop and Windows-Based Computer SystemEMREmailE-LearningIntranetComputer NavigationExcellent Communication SkillsCommunicationProper Phone EtiquetteWork Collaboratively in a Team-Oriented EnvironmentCourteous and Friendly DemeanorCompassionMotivationPatient CareClinical ProceduresCare CoordinationPatient History DocumentationVital Signs DocumentationHealth Information DocumentationAssisting With ExamsAssisting With ProceduresAssisting With TestingSpecimen CollectionMedication AdministrationDiagnostic TestingCommunicating Test ResultsCommunicating Provider InstructionsPatient EducationFamily EducationQuality Improvement InitiativesDisease Management Programs

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDMA ProgramMA ExternshipMA InternshipEmergency Medical Technician ProgramParamedic ProgramCertified Athletic TrainerMA Re-Certification CEUsEMT With Current/Active License in MichiganParamedic Following Successful Completion of National Registry Paramedic ExamValid CPR CertificationCMA

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Join a Team That Makes a Difference!

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group is seeking a compassionate and motivated Medical Assistant to support our providers in delivering exceptional patient care. In this role, you'll work directly with patients, assist with clinical procedures, support care coordination, and help create a positive healthcare experience every day.

What You'll Do:

  • Welcome and prepare patients for appointments.

  • Collect and document patient histories, vital signs, and health information.

  • Assist providers with exams, procedures, testing, and specimen collection.

  • Administer medications and perform diagnostic testing as directed.

  • Communicate test results and provider instructions to patients.

  • Provide patient and family education to support better health outcomes.

  • Coordinate care and serve as a liaison between patients and providers.

  • Support quality improvement initiatives and disease management programs.

General Requirements:

EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. Successful completion of accredited/approved:

  • MA program and MA Externship;

  • MA Internship;

  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program;

  • Paramedic program; or

  • Certified Athletic Trainer.

If credentialed, maintains current MA Re-Certification CEUs.

CREDENTIALS/LICENSURE:

MA-Non-Credentialed I: MA eligible to attain Medical Assistant Certification is desired, or EMT with current/active license in the State of Michigan, or Paramedic following successful completion of the National Registry Paramedic Exam and/or holds a current/active license in the State of Michigan. Valid CPR certification.

MA-Credentialed I: Certification as a Medical Assistant through one of the following certifying agencies:

  • American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA)

  • American Medical Technologists (RMA)

  • National Center for Competency Testing (NCMA)

  • National Healthcareer Association (CCMA)

  • National Association of Health Professionals (NRCMA)

  • American Medical Certification Association (CMAC)

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 0-1 year previous clinical experience or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred. In absence of completed MA Program/Externship/Internship, must have 2+ years’ clinical experience providing clinical support in community-based clinic and be subject to standardized testing and evaluation of clinical skills.

Why Join Trinity Health IHA Medical Group?

  • Day-one benefits with no waiting period for eligible team members.

  • Competitive pay and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

  • Opportunities for professional growth, development, and career advancement.

  • Collaborative, patient-centered culture focused on excellence in care.

  • Work with a mission-driven organization serving communities across Southeast Michigan.

At Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, our values of Commitment, Advocacy, Respect, Efficiency, and Service guide everything we do. If you're passionate about patient care and looking to grow your healthcare career, we'd love to hear from you.

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

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