About the Department

Are you interested in making a meaningful impact in your community?

The Kent County Health Department is seeking qualified Medical Assistant candidates to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide WIC and Immunization services within the Community Clinical Services Division.

This is more than a job - it's an opportunity to serve families, promote public health, and contribute to a healthier community every day!

As a WIC and Immunization Program Medical Assistant, you will:

Perform routine clinical procedures
Verify eligibility for program services
Schedule appointments and complete client registration
Collect and record anthropometric measurements
Obtain capillary and venous blood samples
Provide immunization support services
Enter and maintain accurate client data
Deliver general clerical and administrative support

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
No weekends, nights, or holidays
Required to work from 10:00 am - 7:00 pm on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month

Enjoy a consistent schedule that supports work-life balance while serving your community!

What makes this a great job?

Unique public health clinical environment
Meaningful and impactful work
Excellent benefits package
Vacation time, PTO, and paid holidays
Defined benefit pension plan for future retirement income
Pay increase upon successful completion of a 6-month probationary period
Supportive, team-oriented culture

**This position is eligible for a referral bonus**

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent. Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program and Certification as a Medical Assistant by AAMA or registered as a Medical Assistant by the AMT. State of Michigan Certification as a Medical Assistant required.

Working knowledge of routine clinical procedures and experience in venipuncture and specimen collection required. Computer literacy, including Word, spreadsheets, and database management, is required. Experience with electronic medical records. Exceptional oral and written communication skills, and the ability to be highly efficient while maintaining attention to detail are required.

Must interact positively and professionally with internal and external customers, and members of the general public from widely different backgrounds. The ability to provide client service from a culturally aware and client-driven perspective and deliver excellent customer service to all clients while following HIPAA guidelines is essential. Must be able to provide services to clients in a variety of County locations, possess a valid, unrestricted Michigan driver’s license, and have access to regular transportation.

*Experience working with maternal, infant, and child populations is desired for applicants of the WIC and Immunization Program.

Other Qualifications

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