Medical Assistant - Occupational Health
Munson Healthcare
Summary
CREDENTIALED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Job description
A Day in the Life
- As a Medical Assistant, you will complete clinical and administrative tasks within the clinic. You will work alongside the provider to make sure our patients are taken care of, and the clinic runs smoothly!
- You will be the first point of patient care within the clinic. You will room and prepare patients according to clinic specific checklists or procedures. You will measure patient weight, height, oxygen saturation, respiration, temperature, pulse (manual and automatic), blood pressure (manual and automatic), and other patient care which can vary based on clinic.
- You will complete required patient care documentation including Medical Histories, referral requests, etc.
- You will assist with day-to-day operations as required for optimal patient care which can include assisting fellow teammates and providers when necessary.
What's Required
CREDENTIALED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
- High school graduate or GED equivalent is preferred
- Credentialed as a Medical Assistant from an approved Munson Healthcare Credentialing Organization.
- BLS certification preferred and must be obtained within 90 days of hire and maintained.
NON-CREDENTIALED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
- High school graduate or GED equivalent is preferred
- One year (1) relevant experience working in a physician practice or similar healthcare setting in a provider/patient support or Graduate of a Medical Assistant Program approved by Munson healthcare.
- BLS certification preferred and must be obtained within 90 days of hire and maintained.
Requirements
- Credentialed as a Medical Assistant from an approved Munson Healthcare Credentialing Organization, OR one year of relevant experience in a physician practice or similar healthcare setting in provider/patient support, OR graduation from a Medical Assistant Program approved by Munson Healthcare
- BLS certification preferred and must be obtained within 90 days of hire and maintained
- High school graduate or GED equivalent is preferred
Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development
- Full Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Discounts
- Retirement Counseling
- Wellness Platform
- Personalized Support
Company overview
Munson Healthcare is a comprehensive regional healthcare system serving northern Michigan and the surrounding areas. As a leading healthcare provider in the region, Munson Healthcare operates multiple hospitals, medical centers, and outpatient facilities across a 25-county service area. The system is anchored by Munson Medical Center in Traverse City, which serves as the region's tertiary referral center and Level II Trauma Center. Munson Healthcare provides a full spectrum of medical services including primary care, specialty care, emergency services, surgical services, cancer care, heart and vascular services, women's health, and behavioral health services. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while also focusing on community health initiatives and preventive care programs. With a strong emphasis on clinical excellence and innovation, Munson Healthcare collaborates with academic medical centers and participates in clinical research to bring advanced medical treatments to the communities it serves. The healthcare system plays a vital role in the regional economy and public health infrastructure of northern Michigan.