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Medical Assistant - Surgical

Henry Ford Health logoHenry Ford Health~$20–$25/hrtypicalDetroit, MIContractPosted 1w agoStill open, checked every night
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How this pay compares

This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open medical assistant jobs in Michigan post a median of $20.61 an hour, the middle half $19.60–$22.50, across 33 jobs that state their pay. Medical assistants employed in Michigan earn a median of $19.17 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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Union record

By the bargaining notices filed with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, unions bargain for workers at Henry Ford Health here: International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 332 (Technical Bargaining Unit) at Detroit, MI (200 workers, contract up for renewal 18 Feb 2026); National Labor Relations Board Union at Detroit, MI (120 workers, contract up for renewal 31 May 2025); United Automobile, Aerospace, & Agricultural Implement Workers of America 600 at Detroit, MI (20 workers, contract up for renewal 11 Jan 2025). Each union represents its own unit: ask the recruiter whether this position is in one. Healthcare union contracts.

Workplace injuries

Detroit Campus in Detroit reported 416 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 14,018,982 hours worked: 5.9 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. 9 of them describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.

OSHA inspections here

OSHA inspected Henry Ford Health System Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, MI on 25 Feb 2025 and cited 2 violations, $1,000 in penalties as they stand. A citation says what OSHA found then, not how the site is now. Workplace injuries and OSHA citations.

Medical assistant jobs in our research

  • How long these jobs stay listed: Median days to removal 24.0 days · Still listed at 7 days 81.4%
  • Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.88x · Clicks 28
  • How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 48.1% · Stating an hourly rate 45.9%

From every open job we read and every apply click on this site, as of 9 Nov 2026. Every figure for Medical assistant jobs

About the job

Job Title

Medical Asst-Cert

About the Department

Join our dedicated team at the St. Clair Shores office, where we proudly serve Detroit's east side and the Grosse Pointes. As a community anchor, our location offers a unique blend of neighborhood charm, historic architecture, and proximity to lakefront parks. Our team is committed to providing exceptional care while enjoying the benefits of a vibrant, accessible location along the Detroit River corridor, close to some of the city's most desirable neighborhoods.

Role Overview

As a Medical Asst-Cert, you will play a vital role in supporting patient care by assisting with examinations, treatments, and clinical duties under the direction of a provider. Your work will directly contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of patient care, ensuring a positive experience for both patients and providers.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

  • Assist with treatments ordered by the provider under supervision.
  • Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients' charts.
  • Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations.
  • Perform basic clerical duties, including answering phones, maintaining records, and filing.
  • Manage supplies by ordering, stocking, and maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
  • Document provider encounters, including diagnoses, symptoms, follow-up instructions, and prescriptions.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

  • BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
  • Medical Assistant certification obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date (any issuing authority accepted).
  • High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, you¿ll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with diverse teams, and the chance to contribute to mission-driven work. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, empowering you to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Join Our Team

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team that¿s transforming healthcare

From Henry Ford Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About Henry Ford Health

Health system headquartered in Detroit with more than 550 (source: Henry Ford Health, About Henry Ford Health) care sites across Michigan, including hospitals, urgent care, pharmacies and home health. Source: Henry Ford Health, About Henry Ford Health

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