Exciting Career Opportunity at Sparrow Health System - Medical Assistant

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the health of our communities? Sparrow Health System invites skilled and compassionate Medical Assistants to join our dynamic team. At Sparrow, we are dedicated to providing quality, compassionate care to everyone, every time. If you're committed to making a positive difference, we want to hear from you!

Position: Medical Assistant

Locations: Greater Lansing and surrounding Mid-Michigan Communities

Employment Types: Full-time/Part-time/Per Diem

Positions Location: DeWitt, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Responsible for the efficient and effective processing of patients through the clerical and clinical areas of the practice/clinic. Under the general direction of the physician or advanced practice provider, provides high quality, compassionate patient care.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Prepares patient for examination. Obtains vital signs and chief complaint. Appropriately documents information obtained.
• Performs laboratory and diagnostic testing.
• Answers, screens and triages telephone calls. Takes accurate messages and distributes to the appropriate personnel within the guidelines of the practice.
• Schedules tests and referral appointments for patients.
• Administers oral and injectable medication. Phones prescriptions to pharmacies.
• Engages and helps promote patient/family teaching as appropriate; and provides an educational environment for patients and patient families.
• Works gaps in care registries to help improve the quality of care.
• Maintains all logs and required checks (i.e., refrigerator temps, medications, oxygen, etc.)
• Maintains practice standards by participating in in-services, committees, etc. May assist in developing and implementing quality control and practice policies.
• Inventories, orders and restocks areas as necessary.
• Maintains and cleans equipment and environmental safety as required.
• Ability to provide clerical services and clinical services as required to maintain an effective practice flow. Cross trained to work both clerically and clinically.

Job Requirements

Sparrow Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

• Certification: MA Certification preferred.
• Experience: Relevant clinical experience within the past 5 years; completion of a medical assistant program in the last two years is acceptable. Previous work experience in a medical office setting preferred.
• Education: High school diploma or GED; completion of an accredited medical assistant program, including an externship, or a minimum of 6 months of medical assistant experience in a clinical capacity.
• Skills: Ability to provide age-specific care, necessary visual and auditory acuity, positive team attitude, and proficiency in an EMR environment.

Sparrow Invests in You:

At Sparrow, we recognize the value of our caregivers and invest in their well-being. Our comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical Health, Dental, and Vision: Various coverage options with minimal caregiver cost sharing.
• Income Protection Plans: Short-term and long-term disability benefits, basic life insurance, and options for additional coverage.
• Retirement Savings: Generous 401(k) with matching employer contributions and annual lump sum contributions.
• Time-Off Benefits: Accrual-based time-off, recognition of major holidays, and generous leave of absence programs.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Options for contributing to health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Voluntary Benefits: Paid, optional benefits for additional financial protection.
• Tuition Assistance: Programs to support learning and career goals, with additional reimbursement for registered nurses pursuing a BSN.
• Additional Benefits: Fitness centers, Employee Assistance Program, medical and pharmacy discounts, and more.

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and align with Sparrow's values, please visit our Careers webpage at https://careers.sparrow.org/ to explore and apply for available Medical Assistant positions. Simply search for 'Medical Assistant' to find the latest opportunities.

Join Sparrow Health System in making a difference in the lives of our community members. We look forward to welcoming dedicated and compassionate Medical Assistants to our team!

Sparrow Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.