Medical Assistant - Pain Clinic

Medical Assistant - Henry Ford Health
Job Title
Medical Assistant - Pain Clinic
About the Department
Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health's Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our Jackson location offers a warm, community-focused environment where you can make a meaningful impact. Here, you'll be part of a close-knit team committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to the patients and families we serve in this charming, affordable community.
Henry Ford Jackson Neurology
1201 E Michigan AveSte 240
Jackson, MI 49201
Maps & Directions
Full Time Days
Role Overview
As a Medical Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting providers and nursing leadership to deliver exceptional patient care. Your administrative and clinical skills will directly contribute to the quality and compassion of the care we provide, ensuring a seamless experience for every patient.
Why Henry Ford Health
At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.
What You Will Do
Greet and escort patients to the exam room, ensuring a welcoming and comfortable experience.
Obtain and document accurate medical histories to support patient care.
Measure and record vital signs, contributing to comprehensive patient assessments.
Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, assisting providers as needed.
Perform a variety of clinical tasks to support ambulatory patient care.
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160-hour minimum), OR Graduate from a Medical Assistant program without completion of a clinical externship but with a minimum one-year experience in clinical medical assisting within the past five years, OR Current Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification with a minimum of one year of experience in clinical medical assisting, OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), OR Licensed Paramedic/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with at least one-year clinical experience in a clinical medical setting within the past five years, OR Military trained medical personnel with at least one-year clinical experience in a clinical medical setting within the past five years.
Current BLS-C upon hire or successful completion by the end of orientation.
Preferred Qualifications
Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.
EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience.
What We Offer
At Henry Ford Health, you¿ll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with diverse teams, and the chance to contribute to mission-driven work. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, empowering you to make a difference in healthcare.
Join Our Team
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of a team that¿s transforming healthcare.
Additional Requirements:
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Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160 hour minimum).
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Graduate from a Medical Assistant program without completion of a clinical externship but with a minimum one-year experience in clinical medical assisting within the past five (5) years.
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Current Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification with a minimum of one year of experience in clinical medical assisting.
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). OR
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Licensed Paramedic/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years.
OR
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Military trained medical personnel with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years.
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Must Successfully complete all components of Ambulatory orientation as defined by Henry Ford Health.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No