Medical Assistant AssociateApply NowSummaryThe Electrophysiology Section of the Cardiac Procedures Unit is currently seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to join its established team. Hours will be 4 10-hour shifts and 1 8-hour shift per pay period. Variable start time, day/evening shift rotation. This position is located in the Cardiovascular Center.Mission StatementThe 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.ResponsibilitiesDuties include but are not limited to:
Clean Labs between cases; wiping all horizontal surfaces, frequently touched surface, the OR Table, removing trash and linen and Mop the floors
OR Clean each night in all 7 EP Labs and Hybrid OR.
Clean equipment between cases; remove equipment not needed for next case and store appropriately.
Manage stretchers and beds in the EP Hallway, ensuring halls have safe passage.
Stocking gowns, sterile gloves and scrub packs at the scrub sinks in both cores
Stocking linens, gloves and supplies in the labs
Taking explanted devices and leads from the dirty room in core B upstairs to pathology
Preparing surgical instruments for sterile processing and taking them upstairs for sterilization
Bringing down sterilized instruments from upstairs
Checking expiration dates on products in the Cores and the Labs
Making sure all printers have paper in them
Keep the counters in the control rooms clean and organized
Help keep all lead organized and hung up appropriately
Keep supply rooms clean and organized
Pull supplies for cases
Empty paper Recycle bins
Act as a runner, pick up drop off blood, labs, etc
Retrieve patient from lobbyObtain Weight/Vital SignsChange patient into gown/Orient to room and processClip hair from operative sites/CHG WipesTurn room around for next patientKeep room stocked with monitoring suppliesRetrieve stretcher for next patient in room/Remake stretcher for next patient if returned by Core MABring Family to Prep/Place belongings in LockersTransport RHC back to IP floors
Assist nursing staff in preparing patient for surgery including lifting, positioning, prepping and additional duties as directed by the circulating nurse or manager.
Assist with transportation of patients as needed including retrieval of beds and stretchers, transport patient from unit to O.R. as needed
Required Qualifications
High School diploma or GED.
Graduation from a MA program or equivalent combination of education and 1-3 years experience.
1-2 years of recent experience as a Nurse Aide/ICU Tech in a hospital setting.
Vocational training in Health Care of College level courses in Health Care.
Understands and demonstrates the core concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care (PFCC), including Respect and Dignity, Information Sharing, Participation, and Collaboration.
Adhere to high standards of teamwork by demonstrating adaptability, flexibility, and consistently sharing information and resources with others
Ability to work independently in an ever-changing and potentially stressful environment
Demonstrate dependability, initiative, ability to prioritize, and ability to accept direction
Proven ability to work as a member of a team and be self-directed.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills
Excellent attendance record
Desired QualificationsCertification as an EMT, CNA or MA preferred.Previous Experience in a hospital setting as Medical Assistant, Housekeeping/Environmental Management Patient Transporter or equivalent experience.Work ScheduleThis is a .6 FTE (24 hours); You will work 4 10-hour shifts and 1 8-hour shift per pay period. Variable start times, day/evening rotation.Additional InformationWe, the staff and faculty of the U-M Cardiovascular Center (CVC) team, are committed to advancing medicine and serving humanity through living and teaching our core values of Respect and Compassion? Collaboration? Innovation? and Commitment to Excellence.Each CVC employee is expected to understand and demonstrate that in every interaction we represent our entire organization in the care we provide and in the courtesies we extend to patients, families, and each respective team member. The CVC is dedicated to partnering with patients and families to deliver the safest and highest quality of health care. Applicants are expected to review the following PowerPoint presentation which provides an overview of the Cardiovascular Centers philosophy and culture:http://www.med.umich.edu/cvc/cvcpotentialteam.pdfBackground ScreeningThe University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.Application DeadlineJob 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.U-M EEO/AA StatementThe University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.Job DetailJob Opening ID245847Working TitleMedical Assistant AssociateJob TitleMedical Assistant AssociateWork LocationMichigan Medicine - Ann ArborAnn Arbor, MIFull/Part TimePart-TimeRegular/TemporaryRegularFLSA StatusNonexemptOrganizational GroupUm HospitalDepartmentMM Electrophysio TechnicalPosting Begin/End Date2/29/2024 - 3/14/2024Career InterestPatient Care ServicesApply Now