Medical Assistant

CENTER FOR FAMILY HEALTH

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Jackson, Michigan

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Support providers by rooming patients, collecting vital signs, and assisting with clinical exams and procedures. Maintain a clean environment and accurately process medical records, labs, and patient communications.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent and have completed a Medical Assistant or Practical Nursing program. Certification such as CMA, RMA, or LPN is preferred, and BLS certification is required or must be obtained. While prior MA experience is a plus, it is not strictly required.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Medical Assistant program

Practical Nursing program

CMA

RMA

LPN

BLS certification

Job Description

Medical Assistant

Jackson, Michigan | Center for Family Health
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus (paid according to program guidelines)

Make a difference in your community—every day.

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to Opening the Door to Healthcare for All.

Why This Role Matters

As a Medical Assistant at CFH, you’ll play a vital role in supporting patients and providers while helping ensure access to compassionate, quality care for our community. You’ll work alongside a supportive care team in an environment that values purpose, teamwork, and professional growth.

What We Offer

We provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Employer-Paid Life Insurance + Voluntary Life Options
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match after one year
  • Continuing Education Fund
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 9 Paid Holidays + 1 Personal Holiday
  • Perfect Attendance Bonus (eligible hourly staff)
  • Discounted Jackson YMCA Membership

Your Day-to-Day

In this role, you will:

  • Room patients, collect vital signs, and update medical records
  • Assist providers with exams, procedures, and follow-up care
  • Educate patients on tests, treatments, and healthy practices
  • Prepare exam rooms and maintain a clean, safe environment
  • Process labs, paperwork, and electronic messages accurately
  • Collaborate with care teams and support quality improvement initiatives

What Makes You a Great Fit

  • High school diploma or equivalent (required)
  • Completion of a Medical Assistant or Practical Nursing program
  • Certification or registration preferred: CMA, RMA, or LPN
  • Prior MA experience a plus, but not required
  • BLS certification (required or ability to obtain)

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We look forward to learning more about you!

Center for Family Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

CENTER FOR FAMILY HEALTH

Founded by Community Action Agency in 1991, the Center for Healthy Beginnings was a prenatal clinic. Today, it has morphed into the Center for Family Health, providing primary health-care services, including prenatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric, behavioral health and dental care. The Center is one of 1,400 community health centers across the nation; they account for 8,000 sites and serve more than 25 million patients. The Center for Family Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) located in downtown Jackson, Michigan. Our mission is “Opening the Door to Health Care for All”, which means we turn no patient away based on his or her ability to pay. We provide top-notch primary care services, including Family Medicine and Pediatrics. In addition, we provide Dental, Behavioral Health, and supportive services including Pharmacy, Case Management, Nutrition Counseling, Transportation, Interpretation, and Enrollment Services. Our physicians and midlevel providers have extensive training and experience in patient care.
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