Medical Assistant - Urgent Care
Munson Healthcare
Summary
As a Medical Assistant Procedural, 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. If you have and enjoy using your procedure-based skills, this opportunity is perfect for you!
Job description
A Day in the Life
As a Medical Assistant Procedural, 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. If you have and enjoy using your procedure-based skills, this opportunity is perfect for you!
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 also perform a variety of procedures with patients following established protocols and processes including sterile procedure setup and specimen collection.
You will assist with day-to-day operations as required for optimal patient care which can include assisting fellow teammates and providers when necessary.
Requirements
- Credentialed as a Medical Assistant from an approved Munson Healthcare Credentialing Organization, OR one year of relevant experience working in a physician practice or similar healthcare setting in a provider/patient support role, OR graduate of a Medical Assistant Program approved by Munson Healthcare
- High school graduate or GED equivalent preferred
- BLS certification preferred and must be obtained within 90 days of hire and maintained
- Experienced in Phlebotomy is highly preferred
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid holidays
- Generous PTO
- Employee discounts
- Retirement counseling
- Wellness platform
- Sign-on bonus
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.