$2,000 Sign on Bonus (for eligible candidates)
Eligible for Full Time Benefits
Shift: Days 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Location: Brigitte Harris Cancer Pavilion Detroit (Across the street from the Main Hospital)
Henry Ford Health Hematology Care
As a teaching hospital offering subspecialty training in blood disorders, Henry Ford stays on the forefront of our rapidly evolving field. Expertise: Our hematologists have experience treating all types of blood disorders, including rare and complex cases. Integrated Team: Our hematologists and oncologists work together to provide the most advanced care available. Specialized Care: We are experienced in genetic research and testing, and we offer the only comprehensive programs in Michigan for hemophilia and sickle cell disease treatment.GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under direct supervision of the provider and nursing leadership, yhe 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, Assisting the provider during the examination/procedure.EDUCATION REQUIRED:
• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills preferred.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of clinical skills as related to ambulatory patient care preferred.
• Ability to problem-solve preferred.
• Possess effective interpersonal and communication skills preferred.
• EPIC (Electronic Medical Record) experience preferred.
Additional Requirements:
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with completion of a formal clinical externship (160 hour minimum).
OR
• Graduate from a Medical Assistant program without completion of a clinical externship but with a minimum one-year experience in clinical medical assisting within the past five (5) years.
OR
• Current Professionally Recognized Medical Assistant Certification with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in clinical medical assisting.
OR
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
OR
• Licensed Paramedic/Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years.
OR
• Military trained medical personnel with at least one-year clinical experience in clinical medical setting within the past five (5) years.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
· Current BLS-C upon hire or successful completion by end of orientation
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
· Works in a patient care setting with possible exposure to communicable diseases.
· Manual dexterity required to complete performance of duties. Walks, stands, stoops, and may require some heavy lifting of patients and/or equipment.
Additional Information Organization: Henry Ford Medical Group Department: CANPAV Hematology Malig&Benign Shift: Day Job Union Code: Not Applicable