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Job ID: 33826 Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: The Medical
Description:
Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description
General Purpose of Job: The Medical Assistant (MA) Apprenticeship will utilize a program of classroom and clinical practice learning to prepare medical assistants for employment. In partnership with Lansing Community College and Capital Area Michigan Works, students will attend a rotation of classes and clinical practicum 3 days a week for a duration of 32 weeks. Essential Duties:
- Attend classroom and practicum for entire duration of the 32 week program.
- Follow curriculum and course outlines, including attendance policy outlined by Lansing Community College.
- Skills to be gained during practicum include, but are not limited to: measurement and recording of vitals, EKG, venipuncture, capillary puncture, pulmonary function testing, medication administration, first aid procedures, prepare and perform procedure treatments, infection control, nutrition, communication, insurance practices, and many more.
- Performs point of care testing.
- Answers, screens and triages telephone calls. Takes accurate messages and distributes to the appropriate personnel within the guidelines of the practice.
- Schedules tests and referral appointments for patients.
- Phones and electronically submits prescriptions to pharmacies.
- Engages and helps promote patient/family teaching as appropriate; and provides an educational environment for patients and families.
- Maintains practice standards by participating in in-services, meetings, etc. May assist in developing and implementing quality control and practice policies.
- Inventories, orders and restocks areas as necessary.
- Maintains and cleans equipment and exam rooms. Maintains environmental safety as required.
- Provides clerical services as required to maintain an effective practice flow- including but are not limited to scheduling, patient reminders, clinic mailings, etc.
Job Requirements
General Requirements |
None |
Work Experience |
None |
Education |
High school diploma, GED, or successful completion of 12 grades combined with continued enrollment in an early college program. |
Specialized Knowledge and Skills |
Ability to provide care for patients, which is age specific to their physical and safety needs, psychosocial concerns and educational level. * Necessary visual and auditory acuity required to monitor patient's condition and operate department equipment. * Demonstrates a positive team attitude and has interpersonal skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with clients, their families, providers and co-workers * If previous Lansing Community College student, must not have any outstanding financial balances, without agreed upon payment plan with LCC. * Prior to formal consideration, will be asked to complete an application through Capital Area Michigan Works (CAMW) * Complete and pass the Accuplacer exam through Lansing Community College. Must score: Reading-5, Writing-4, Math-4 |
Sparrow Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Job Family
Patient Services/Nursing Support
Requirements:
Shift |
Match Any |
Degree Type / Education Level |
High School / GED |
Experience Level |
New Grad |
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