Medical Assistant (MA) - Surgical Optimization Services
- Certification preferred
- Daily pay
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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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- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 48.1% · Stating an hourly rate 45.9%
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About the job
Employment Type
Part time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
Medical Assistants work in a collaborative environment to deliver excellent patient care under the direction of licensed clinical professionals in a clinic or practice environment. MAs are expected to facilitate all aspects of the patient visit experience.
Be the person that makes the difference every day in our patients’ lives.
What you will do
- Room set up and patient preparation
- Taking vitals (Manual & Electronic)
- Perform EKG
- Drawing blood and giving injections and immunizations.
- Performing office tests (Point of Care Testing)
- Pharmacology
- Administrative duties
- May perform or assisting with in-office procedures / treatments
What you will need
- Education- Minimum: High School Diploma or GED. Successful completion of accredited/approved: MA program and MA externship, MA internship, EMT, or Paramedic program.
- Credentials/Licensure (Preferred): Certification as a Medical Assistant through one of the following certifying agencies:
American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA)
American Medical Technologists (RMA)
National Center for Competency Testing (NCMA)
National Healthcareer Association (CCMA)
National Association of Health Professionals (NRCMA)
American Medical Certification Association (CMAC)
- Related Experience- Minimum: In absence of completed MA Program/Externship/Internship, must have 2+ years clinical experience providing clinical support in community-based clinic and be subject to standardized testing and evaluation of clinical skills. Preferred: New graduate or 1 or more years of previous clinical experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Highlights and Benefits
- Day 1 benefits, no waiting period! Comprehensive benefit packages available including medical, dental, vision, paid time off and 403B
- Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
- Unlimited career growth opportunities
- Trinity Health offers Daily Pay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
From Trinity 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 Trinity Health
Trinity Health is a health system with 91 (source: Trinity Health, About Us) hospitals, 101 (source: Trinity Health, About Us) continuing care locations and 133,000 (source: Trinity Health, About Us) colleagues serving communities across 23 (source: Trinity Health, About Us) states. Source: Trinity Health, About Us
Based in Livonia, MIHires in 17 statesPay on its listings: 28.8% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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