Medical Assistant Associate/Assistant (Internal Applicants Only) jobs in United States
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University of Michigan · 11 hours ago

Medical Assistant Associate/Assistant (Internal Applicants Only)

The University of Michigan is dedicated to improving health through education, patient care, and research. They are seeking a Medical Assistant Associate/Assistant to assist with various medical procedures, support patient care, and perform basic clerical tasks in a healthcare setting.

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Responsibilities

Assist with various procedures (arthrocentesis, wound care, etc.)
Assisting patients with mobility restrictions, e.g. getting out of wheelchair on to exam table
Basic clerical tasks that require proper telephone technique, basic typing, computer and data entry skills
Basic medical assistant competencies (EKG, medical history, vital signs etc.)
Clean and stock exam rooms
Injections and specimen collection and processing
Maintain supplies
Obtain insurance authorizations
Patient flow
Provide patient with appropriate educational/preparation information for procedures
Retrieve laboratory reports
Work directly with physicians and nurses regarding patient concerns/issues/questions
Work in MiChart electronic records (notes, update patient medication lists)
Adheres to high standards of teamwork by demonstrating adaptability, flexibility and consistently shares information and resources with others
Documented history of excellent attendance and punctuality
Effective time management skills/consistently uses available time effectively
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (e.g. ability to provide and receive constructive feedback, seeks constructive approaches to resolving workplace issues)
May be required to cross cover other areas
May be required to work overtime
Strong attention to detail
Works well with minimal supervision

Qualification

Medical Assistant CertificationMiChartBasic Medical TerminologyClinical Data EntryCustomer ServiceInterpersonal SkillsTime ManagementAttention to Detail

Required

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
0-1 years of experience
Some office experience

Preferred

Previous experience in: ambulatory care clinical setting
MiChart
Certification as a medical assistant
Clinical data entry
Lab monitoring programs
Knowledge of University and Department of Internal Medicine policies and procedures
May be required to cross cover other areas
May be required to work overtime
Able to work in a fast paced customer friendly environment

Company

University of Michigan

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The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

H1B Sponsorship

University of Michigan has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (662)
2024 (594)
2023 (787)
2022 (473)
2021 (411)
2020 (324)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$359.75M
Key Investors
Michigan Economic Development CorporationNational Institutes of HealthBreakthrough T1D
2025-07-17Grant· $1M
2025-06-07Grant· $1.17M
2025-04-23Grant

Leadership Team

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Greg McGuire
Managing Director, Mcity
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Robert Goodspeed
Chair, Urban and Regional Planning Program
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