Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health - Full Time (40Hrs)/Days - Dearborn

Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health - Full Time (40Hrs)/Days - Dearborn

$2,000.00 Sign-on Bonus

Full-Time Benefit Eligible

Shift: Full Time - 40 Hours - Days 8:00AM - 4:30PM

Location: Ford Road Medical Center - 5500 Auto Club Dr, Dearborn, MI 48126

Department Information:

Founded in 1915, the Henry Ford Medical Group (HFMG) has established itself as one of the premier group practices in the nation. The 2,600+-member group of physicians, advanced practice providers and researchers fosters innovation and advancement in patient care, education and research while encouraging improvements in technology and patient care processes. Throughout its history, the HFMG has attracted physicians and researchers who are driven to discover and deliver new and better solutions to the most complex health challenges. They have global improvements to care in areas ranging from neuroscience and cancer to transplant and heart disease.

Behavorial Health - Comprehensive behavioral health treatment for patients of all ages.

Behavioral health conditions disrupt the lives of people who suffer from them, as well as their families. But you don't have to face these challenges alone. Our behavioral health specialists treat conditions that affect our patients' mental well-being with compassionate, customized care.

We're one of Michigan's largest and most experienced providers of comprehensive behavioral health services, with locations throughout Southeast and South Central Michigan.

Henry Ford Behavioral Health values the diversity of our patients, their families, our workforce, and the communities we serve. We accept and respect all people and will continue to work to provide health care that is safe, easily available, and with the best outcomes to all patients, including those of any race, culture, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical ability, and military history.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under direct supervision of the provider and nursing leadership, the Medical Assistant performs a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to assist in the quality and compassionate care provided to patients. These duties may include but are not limited to the greeting and escorting of patients to the exam room, obtaining medical histories, the measurement and recording of vital signs, preparing patients for an examination/procedure, and assisting the provider during the examination/procedure.

Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist patients upon arrival
• Obtain and record patient medical histories and vital signs
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist physicians during exams
• Administer medications and injections as directed by a physician
• Perform basic lab tests and collect/prep lab specimens
• Schedule patient appointments and manage medical records
• Answer phones, respond to inquiries, and handle patient correspondence
• Maintain cleanliness and sterilization of medical instruments and exam rooms
• Provide patient education and instructions on medical procedures or care
• Assist in minor surgical procedures and wound care
• Manage inventory and order medical supplies as needed
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and maintain patient confidentiality