Medical Assistant Intern
Grand Rapids, MI 
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Posted 28 days ago
Job/Internship Description

Job Summary

On the job apprenticeship training after completing required course work in an accredited Medical Assistant (MA) program. Works under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor (MA, RN, provider) to maintain patient flow by assisting and promoting the delivery of primary and preventative health care in the clinic setting. Performs technical procedures, lab protocols and clinically oriented activities within their current scope of practice dictated by their training program and successful competency performance under direct supervision. May progress to Medical Assistant position after successful completion of their MA program.

Essential Functions

  • Under direct supervision, assists the physician/provider by providing primary healthcare and patient care management.
  • Collaborates work efforts with the clerical staff to optimize operations and patient flow.
  • Assists with interactions with outside healthcare facilities and agencies involving patient care and insurance
  • Demonstrates the ability to speak to leadership and accreditation bodies about process and workflow.
  • Performs front office duties to provide coverage as needed
  • Rotates to other departments or locations under direct supervision as needed.
  • Demonstrates excellent customer services skills and supports the model of patient and family centered care.

Qualifications

  • Required High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Enrolled in an accredited Medical Assistant program. Required
  • CRT-At least one Certification from preferred list - UNKNOWN Unknown Upon Hire required
  • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Upon Hire required Or
  • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Upon Hire required

    Physical Demands

    • Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
    • Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
    • Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
    • Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
    • Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
    • Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
    • Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 20 lbs
    • Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 15 lbs
    • Sitting: Occasionally
    • Standing: Occasionally
    • Walking: Occasionally
    • Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom
    • Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom
    • Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom
    • Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom
    • Squat: Seldom
    • Stair Climbing: Seldom
    • Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
    • Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
    • Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
    • Handling: Occasionally
    • Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom
    • Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom
    • Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
    • Visual Acuity
      [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom
    • Color Vision (Ishihara) Test
      [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom

    Primary Location

    SITE - Beaumont Service Center - 26901 Beaumont Blvd

    Department Name

    Float Pool - CHMG East

    Employment Type

    Part time

    Shift

    Day (United States of America)

    Weekly Scheduled Hours

    20

    Hours of Work

    20

    Days Worked

    Monday-Friday

    Weekend Frequency

    N/A

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    Position Summary
    Company
    Start Date
    As soon as possible
    Employment Type
    Part Time
    Period of Employment
    Open
    Type of Compensation
    Paid
    College Credits Earned
    No
    Tuition Assistance
    No
    Required Student Status
    Open
    Preferred Majors
    Other
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