Job Information
Michigan State University(MSU) Health Care Assistant in East Lansing, Michigan
Position Summary
Greets patients, obtains basic treatment information, performs and assists with routine medical procedures, and performs clerical activities in order to assist in maintaining clinic flow. Updates and files medical records, verifies insurance coverage, collects payments from patients, and schedules procedures and surgeries.
Unit Specific Education/Experience/Skills
Knowledge normally acquired through a high school education; six months to one year of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in a medical office setting or in a clinical setting performing routine health assessment tests; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. May require experience in the use word processing and database software, a specified medical course such as Nurse Health Aid and Phlebotomy, or Medical Billing and Medical Terminology experience. May require knowledge of electronic medical record and patient scheduling systems. Requires certification as a medical assistant.
Desired Qualifications
1 - 3 years of related experience
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Resume
Cover Letter
Work Hours
Work hours are typically 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM but may vary as necessary to accommodate clinic operations.
Website
https://healthcare.msu.edu/
Summary of Physical Demands
The job requires significant physical effort and involves carrying charts and medical equipment, assisting in ambulating and lifting patients.
Summary of Health Risks
Exposure to human blood, serum, and other body fluids; and materials covered under Universal Precautions; TB risk or work within three (3) feet of patients in a health care setting; wear a respirator.