Medical Assistant Associate/Assistant (Internal Applicants Only)

Job Summary

The Section of Plastic Surgery is seeking a qualified MA to join the Plastic Surgery service to provide outpatient clinic services. In this position, the MA will function as part of the team, managing patient flow in a fast paced, outpatient setting, as well as supporting the plastic surgeons in providing care and treatment in a clinic setting.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

• Clean wound (s) before treatment is administered.
• Perform standard medical laboratory tests, including urinalysis.
• Schedule and refer patients to appointments.
• Respond to general patient inquiries regarding treatment and clinic policies and procedures.
• Coordinate patient care with outside health agencies.
• Obtain health status and medical history.
• Maintain patient files and records.
• Complete insurance forms and initiate other patient correspondence.
• Arrange for the repair of clinic equipment
• Maintain stock levels and order clinic supplies.
• Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications*

• Completion of a Medical Assistant Program or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Moderate standing/walking, as well as, lifting, positioning, pushing and/or transferring patients.

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-3 years of experience
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology

Assistant Level:

• 0-1 years of experience
• Some office experience.

Desired Qualifications*

Certification as a Medical Assistant is desired. Previous experience with EPIC software in a healthcare setting is desired. Demonstrated proficiency in MS Outlook, Lync, Microsoft Word/Excel. Knowledge of Michigan Medicine policies and procedures.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Additional Information

This posting is currently open only to internal candidates. External candidates may apply at Job IDs 258780, 258781, or 258782.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.