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Medical Assistant – New Houghton Lake Facility

Posted on by Kelly LaFreniere

Be Part of Something New!

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re looking for an opportunity to use your Medical Assistant skills in a supportive, team-focused environment—and want to be part of something new—we’d love to hear from you!

Join PACE Central Michigan and help us build our Houghton Lake team!

PACE Central Michigan is excited to open our new Houghton Lake facility, and we are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our growing healthcare team.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a new clinic and help provide quality, participant-centered care to the individuals we serve. As a Medical Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting our clinical team while providing routine and acute care in the Day Center, Clinic, and Community.

If you are a team-oriented Medical Assistant who enjoys making a difference in the lives of others, we would love to have you join us!

What You’ll Do

As a Medical Assistant, you will work closely with our nurses and providers to support the health and well-being of our participants. Your responsibilities will include:

Clinical Care

  • Schedule appointments with providers and nurses in the PACE Clinic.
  • Provide treatments as ordered, including nebulizer treatments and immunizations.
  • Perform a variety of clinical testing, including:
  • Lab draws
  • Point-of-care testing such as Flu, Strep, COVID, urine, Hgb A1c, Hgb, and INR
  • EKGs
  • Bladder scanning
  • Assist participants in preparing for physical examinations.
  • Administer medications under the direction of the Department RN.
  • Perform daily and weekly quality assurance checks on CLIA-waived equipment.
  • Monitor and record refrigerator temperatures and report unusual readings to the Nurse Manager.
  • Perform clinical tasks and procedures within your state certification and demonstrated competencies.

Clinic & Administrative Support

  • Accurately document participant information in the Electronic Medical Record, including flowsheets, notes, and charts.
  • Fax and mail physician orders as required.
  • Answer incoming calls and assist with participant calls as directed by the RN or Provider.
  • Receive and distribute faxes to the appropriate clinic team members.
  • Create and maintain log folders and other clinic documentation.
  • Help ensure the clinic is clean, organized, and properly stocked with necessary supplies.
  • Properly dispose of expired products.
  • Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Report accidents, incidents, complaints, and participant grievances appropriately.

Teamwork & Collaboration

  • Work cooperatively with nurses, providers, and other departments to ensure participant needs are met.
  • Follow established policies, procedures, assignments, and work schedules.
  • Support your team wherever needed to help maintain quality clinical services.

What We’re Looking For

Required:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Current certification or registration as a Medical Assistant.
  • CPR certification or willingness to obtain certification.

Preferred:

  • At least one year of experience working with frail and elderly individuals.
  • Previous experience working in a medical clinic.

Schedule

This position primarily works Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Flexible hours may occasionally be required, including evenings, weekends, holidays, longer hours, or participation in emergency situations when needed.

Why Join Our Team?

As part of our Houghton Lake team, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Be part of a brand-new facility and growing healthcare team
  • Make a meaningful difference in the lives of the participants we serve
  • Work alongside a collaborative and dedicated healthcare team
  • Continue building your skills through professional growth and development opportunities
  • Enjoy a competitive hourly wage
  • Receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-Term Disability (STD)
  • Long-Term Disability (LTD)
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with organization match

Benefits:

  • 403(b) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

PACE/Michigan Masonic Home is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Job Category: PACE Central Michigan
Job Location: Houghton Lake

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