Job Summary
To perform and assist with clinical procedures, maintain equipment, perform laboratory procedures and provide direct patient care.t care. There is also some general office support services that will be needed within the clinic.
Mission Statement
The University of Michigan Health System 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.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Perks and Benefits:
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Growth opportunities to higher seniority positions
- Management that provides quality training and direction
Responsibilities*
- Administer common medications according to unit guidelines and providers' orders and as delegated by providers and nurses including immunizations, Vitamin-12, and bronchodilators via nebulizer mist.
- Perform allergy testing and other complex diagnostic tests, including those requiring complex specimen collections and complex equipment.
- Provide routine but complex instructions for patient procedures and treatments, according to unit guidelines and as delegated by providers and nurses.
- Assist with complex procedures, requiring knowledge of complex and varied equipment including LEEP and laser.
- Provide in-service training and precepting as directed
- Problem-solve issues related to the retrieval of medical information.
- Coordinate clinical services provided to patients according to payer guidelines (e.g., routing of lab specimens, ordering durable medical equipment).
- Develop and recommend changes in patient care activities to improve the quality of patient care services.
- Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
General supervision is received from Administrative Manager, Medical Director or Nurse Manager.
Required Qualifications*
High school diploma or GED.
Graduation from a medical assistant program or an equivalent combination of education and experience (1 - 3 years) is necessary; additional formal education in a health care field is desired.
Knowledge of basic medical terminology is necessary.
Certification as a Medical Assistant is desirable
Desired Qualifications*
- Certification as a Medical Assistant.
- Experience working within a large, complex health care setting.
- Familiarity with UMHS electronic medical record systems.
- Knowledge of University policies and procedures.
Work Schedule
Monday- Friday with some evening shifts and rotating Saturdays
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Union Affiliation
This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.