FAMILY HEALTH CARE CENTER OF KALAMAZOO·Kalamazoo, Michigan
The Medical Assistant supports the interdisciplinary care team by assisting providers in the delivery of primary care services. Key duties include managing patient flow, performing clinical screenings, and ensuring adherence to evidence-based care guidelines.
To provide clinical excellence with outstanding patient experience while ensuring that all members of the community have access to quality, comprehensive, patient-centered health care.
We Serve. We Grow. We Achieve
As a federally qualified health center (FQHC) we serve all people with quality healthcare, dignity, and respect. We envision a seamless health care delivery system that is proactively responsible for the medical, dental and psychosocial needs of underserved individuals, children and families residing in Kalamazoo County.
We advocate for the rights of all people to experience comprehensive healthcare that is delivered through a collaborative community network focused on quality standards of care. Our aim is to decrease health care disparities by increasing access to care through culturally sensitive medical attention, education and outreach. We work to reflect this simple motto: "Together, we are improving quality of life by providing excellent health care to all people in an environment of dignity & respect."
Under the direction of the Manager of Clinical Operations, the Medical Assistant supports the patient-centered medical home by actively participating in the interdisciplinary care team and assists providers in the delivery of primary care services.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to airborne particles.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to quiet.
Variable work hours to meet the needs of the organization may be required.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
The employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; or stoop. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
Please note, the Flu and COVID-19 vaccines are minimum work requirements at the Family Health Center.
Candidates must be graduates of an approved Medical Assisting school and hold BLS and CPR certifications. At least 2 years of experience and bilingual skills in English and Spanish are desired.
Market context
In Michigan, part-time Medical Assistant roles often reflect steady demand in outpatient and clinic settings, especially when employers want candidates who can support patient flow and front-desk tasks. These roles can be competitive because schools, certifications, prior experience, and bilingual English-Spanish skills are all valued. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your BLS, CPR, and graduation details before applying.
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