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Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended

Job Summary

The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery has an opening for an experienced, self-motivated, team orientated Medical Assistant.  This role will be to provide skilled support and work collaboratively with other members of the South Main Orthopaedic Surgery Team

Mission Statement

The University of Michigan Health System 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.

Responsibilities*

This position is located in the South Main Orthopaedic Clinic that supports the Foot/ankle and Hand services. The successful candidate will be required to actively participate in the department's Lean initiatives, Service Excellence programs, maintain M-learning compliance, specific procedure competencies and knowledge of regulatory agency requirements

This position will include a variety of patient support tasks including but not limited to:

Entering x-ray/PT ordersRooming patients (utilizing an electronic medical record)Supporting in-clinic proceduresSuture/staple removalAssist with injectionsAssist with in-clinic proceduresCasting and splintingWound careStocking roomsPerform scheduled infection control maintenance of patient care items and equipmentOutside imaging processingAssist patients with electronic surveys on tabletsFitting off the shelf durable medical equipmentManaging service in baskets Completion of paperwork including, but not limited to: FMLA, insurance, workers compensation, work notes, Work Connections, handicap permit forms, etcIn addition, this position will retrieve prior medical history, print pertinent information for providers as neededOther duties as assignedRequired Qualifications*High school diploma or GED.Knowledge of basic medical terminology. Moderate standing/walking, as well as, lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring patients. Associate Level:1-3 years of experience

Assistant Level:

0-1 years of experienceSome office experienceDesired Qualifications*Previous experience working with MiChart/Epic care/Cadence as well as knowledge of University policies and procedures is helpful.Exceptional interpersonal communication skills, superior customer service, an exemplary attendance record, the ability to manage stress effectively, a superior work ethic and handle multiple responsibilities.The candidate must be proficient using the Microsoft suite products with a typing speed of 50 wpm.Work ScheduleRotating 8 hour shifts working between the hours of 6:30am - 5:00pm (may vary dependent upon clinical needs)Monday - Friday (with the exception of meetings or coverage when necessary.  We utilize flex scheduling to off-set hours worked in excess of 8 hours in any one day)May be expected to cover other locations on an as needed basis. Work Locations

South Main Orthopaedic Surgery Clinic (offsite) 2098 S. Main St. Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Additional Information

This posting is currently open only to internal candidates. External candidates may apply at Job IDs 258780, 258781, or 258782.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

University of Michigan Health System conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.