Medical Assistant III Outpatient Clinic

Medical Assistant III

Corewell Health operates over 300 outpatient clinics across Michigan, bringing a multitude of care options to the communities that we serve. There are over 40 different types of primary care and specialty practices, which allows those who work in these clinics the opportunity to learn and explore various interests or to specialize in one area.

Under the direction of management and physician leadership, performs and oversees functions related to the clinical activities including, but not limited to : maintains patient flow by assisting and promoting the delivery of primary and preventative health care, performs technical procedures, lab protocols and clinically oriented activities under physician / provider direction. The Medical Assistant III will assist management in achieving office efficiencies in accordance with stated policies / procedures to ensure efficient operations with a focus on supporting physicians, clinic staff and management which embodies the "Service First" philosophy to promote customer satisfaction.

Scope of work :

• Acts as an assistant to the physician / provider by providing primary healthcare and patient care management.
• Collaborates work efforts with the clerical staff to optimize operations and patient flow.
• Interacts with outside healthcare facilities and agencies involving patient care and insurance.
• Maintains updated competencies, demonstrating ability to speak to leadership and accreditation bodies about process and workflow.
• Perform front office duties to provide coverage as needed.
• Provide coverage in other departments or locations as needed.
• Demonstrates excellent customer services skills and supports the model of patient and family centered care.
• Performs and is formally assigned (2) of the additional responsibilities as part of their primary duties, which should be at least 20% or more of dedicated time : Primary Care gaps in care identification, outreach, and chart preparation Residency clinic role High level disinfection Designated new hire preceptor Role in practice participating in or leading special programs / grants (i.e. CPC Plus, SIM, Vaccine for Child Program, process improvement, service excellence ambassador) Care management (PDCMs) Qualified language interpreter Super User for EPIC or specific competency Advanced provider support assisting with complex procedures and / or infusion / chemo scheduling. Multi-site / flexible float pool assignment

Qualifications :

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of more than 60,000 dedicated people including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.