Summary
Working at Michigan Medicine affords you the opportunity to excel in specialty, surgical, and other complex and fast-paced outpatient clinical settings. If you have and enjoy using surgical and procedure-based skills, this opportunity is perfect for you!
Perks and Benefits:
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Growth opportunities to higher seniority positions
- Management that provides quality training and direction
Applications to this posting will be considered for openings in the following areas:
- General Surgery which includes: Acute Care Surgery, Trauma Burn, Colorectal Surgery, Endocrine Surgery, Hepato-Pancreatic Biliary Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery and the Bariatric Surgery Program.
- Dermatology/ Mohs Surgery
- Wound Care
- Urology
- Podiatry
- Multispecialty
- Otolaryngology
- Ophthalmology
- Thoracic Surgery
- Ostomy Services
- Pediatrics
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
- Orthopedic Surgery
- And other procedure-based outpatient services
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?
Company Culture:
Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care — that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. With an abiding commitment to respecting the dignity of every individual, we foster an inclusive workforce in our values and actions. Working here means you’re a valued member of the Michigan family where tolerance and acceptance of people of all backgrounds is our highest goal.
Check out this video on what’s great about working at Michigan Medicine: https://youtu.be/vsFohjOhVsw
Responsibilities*
Responsibilities could include:
- Patient Intake:
- Responds to general patient inquiries about clinic operations within their scope of practice.
- Rooms patients (virtually and in person) and performs standard patient intake including taking
- vitals and other measurements, medical histories, medication reconciliation documentation,
- form(s) preparation, relevant screenings, following predetermined protocols and other tasks as
- assigned.
- May obtain medical records and prepare medical information and reports for the appointment (e.g.
- reviewing Patient Summary Information, updating prescription information, etc.).
- Performs room preparation and turnover task(s) assigned, including managing stretchers and
- beds where appropriate.
- Patient Care:
- Medication preparation and/or administration per standing orders or UMHS and Ambulatory Care
- policies and guidelines, and competency.
- Administers injections and immunizations appropriate per competency and Ambulatory Care
- policy and guidelines.
- Performs medical laboratory/Point of Care (POC) testing and assists providers per competency or
- formal training with direct patient care that may include treatments, tests, or procedures.
- Quality Control testing of POC equipment.
- May manage forms and consent (virtual and in person) and provide routine patient instruction
- forms assigned by the clinic and within their scope of practice.
- Contributes to a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, faculty, and staff by following
- established procedures, policies, and guidelines.
- Enter orders per policy co-signature required per standing order or Best Practice Alert (BPA).
- Queue and pend medication renewals.
- Take pictures and/or upload media (excluding ophthalmology) according to Ambulatory Care
- guidelines.
- Observes patient status, report changes, and document accordingly.
- Acts as a chaperone during sensitive exams, diagnostic, and therapeutic treatments, or upon
- patient request.
- Informs patients of normal test results within their scope of practice
- .Documents into MiChart within scope of practice.
- Administrative and Clinical Workflow Support:
- Efficiently and effectively prepares and organizes clinical and procedure rooms with appropriate
- equipment and supplies.
- Continuously tracks the clinic patient flow, identifies holdups, and notifies patients if the schedule runs behind.
- Cleans, stocks, and organizes clinic spaces (exam and supply rooms),
- Maintains inventory and may manage PAR levels when appropriate.
- Processes forms and in basket messages through MiChart.
- May assist with prescription or procedure prior authorizations within scope of practice.
- Disinfects and maintains equipment between cases according to Instructions for Use, policies, and guidelines; removes equipment not needed for next case and stores it appropriately.
- Transport and prepares surgical instruments for sterile processing.
- Supports orientation and/or shadowing opportunities as assigned.
- Participate in regulatory readiness processes.
- Participation in Daily Management Systems huddles, staff meetings, quality improvement activities, and other Ambulatory Care initiatives as assigned (such as Safety Liaison, MIChart upgrades, or operational meetings)
- Responsible if assigned and trained to vaccine reconciliation including Vaccines for Children (VFC) and all duties associated with this duty.
- Perform other related duties within scope of practice as assigned.
Required Qualifications*
- High school diploma or GED.
- Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR current enrollment in, or completion of coursework in a healthcare professional program (e.g., medical school, PA program, nursing program, or related clinical training) OR an equivalent combination of education and experience (1 - 3 years).
- Demonstrated knowledge of clinical workflows, patient care, and basic medical terminology.
Desired Qualifications*
- Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA).
Work Schedule
Full Time hours, 40 hours per week, weekday schedule will vary depending on location/clinic.
May be occasional weekends.
Work Locations
Ann Arbor and Surrounding Medical Group/Health Center Locations
Vaccine Requirements
COVID-19 vaccinations are required for all students, faculty and staff working in the following areas: Michigan Medicine including the Medical School, Dental School, University Health Service or the Mary A. Rackham Institute. This includes those working remotely and temporary workers. More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- 403(b)
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Travel reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Ability to Commute:
- Ann Arbor, MI 48103 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Ann Arbor, MI 48103: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
