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Medical Assistant

Trinity Health

  • Livonia, Michigan
  • 14 days ago

    Highlights

    Responsible for preparing patients for exams, assisting with procedures, performing routine tests, maintaining exam rooms and supplies, and supporting front office operations. Communicates non-critical diagnostic results and medication information to patients and performs basic telephone triage.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationLivonia, Michigan
    IndustryHealthcare Services
    Company Size10,000 employees or more
    Websitehttps://jobs.trinity-health.org/search-results

    Description

    Employment Type:

    Full time

    Shift:

    Day Shift

    Description:

    Medical Assistant - Oncology Services - Contingent Schedule

    Job Summary:

    Provides clinical and administrative support to physicians to ensure efficient patient care delivery. Responsible for preparing patients for exams, assisting with procedures, performing routine tests, maintaining exam rooms and supplies, and supporting front office operations. Communicates non-critical diagnostic results and medication information to patients and performs basic telephone triage.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Prepare patients for exams by recording vital signs and chief complaints.
    • Assist physicians during exams and procedures, including gynecological exams and sigmoidoscopies.
    • Perform routine tests and procedures (e.g., EKGs, urinalysis, injections).
    • Maintain clean and stocked exam rooms, procedure areas, and supply cabinets.
    • Schedule tests and follow-up appointments; complete referrals and requisitions.
    • Communicate routine diagnostic results and medication instructions to patients.
    • Document patient interactions and update medical records.
    • Provide back-up support to reception, office assistants, and cashiers.
    • Ensure compliance with confidentiality, safety, and quality care standards.

    Qualifications:

    • High School diploma or equivalent.
    • Minimum six months of medical assistant experience or completion of a Medical Assistant certification course.
    • Strong interpersonal, organizational, and computer skills.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

    Our Commitment

    Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

    About Company

    Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations and many other health and well-being services. In fiscal year 2023, the Livonia, Michigan-based health system invested $1.5 billion in its communities in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs.