Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Title

Lead-Medical Assistant

About the Department

Join the dedicated team at Providence Hospitals, part of the esteemed Henry Ford Health network. Serving communities across Oakland County, our hospitals blend advanced specialty care with strong local connections. As a Lead-Medical Assistant, you¿ll play a vital role in supporting our health care clinic, ensuring seamless patient care and operational efficiency. Be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to exceptional care.

Role Overview

As a Lead-Medical Assistant, you will provide essential support in our health care clinic by preparing patients for examination and managing clerical duties. Under the supervision of the Office Supervisor/Manager, you¿ll ensure smooth clinic operations, stepping into roles such as receptionist, medical assistant, or lab assistant as needed. Your work directly contributes to the efficiency and quality of patient care.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Prepare patients for examination and assist with clinical procedures.
• Perform clerical duties related to clinic activities, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
• Support the Office Supervisor/Manager in managing clinic operations.
• Function as a receptionist, medical assistant, or lab assistant as assigned.
• Maintain a clean and organized clinic environment to enhance patient experience.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAAHEP or ABHES Medical Assistant Program, or a formal medical assistant program with a minimum of five years of continuous work experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Completion of a clinical externship.
• Three (3) years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills.
• EPIC Knowledge
• Current BLS-C certificate.
• One of the following certifications: CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), CCMA (NHA), or NCMA (NCCT).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a lead or supervisory role within a medical assistant setting and experience in Family/Internal Medicine
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems (EPIC)

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, we foster career growth through collaborative opportunities, mission-driven work, and continuous learning. Join a team where your contributions make a meaningful impact on patient care and community health.

Join Our Team

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to become a Lead-Medical Assistant at Henry Ford Health!