DMC Medical Group is recruiting a Medical Assistant for a primary care practice in Hamtramck, MI — part of a well-established network of primary and specialty care providers across greater Detroit and southeastern Michigan, proudly affiliated with the Detroit Medical Center and its 150-year legacy of medical excellence. This is a hands-on clinical support role working directly alongside physicians in a busy outpatient setting, with a $1,000 sign-on bonus and a full benefits package from day one.
Perks and Benefits
- $1,000 sign-on bonus
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare support, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Outpatient primary care setting within the DMC Medical Group network, serving the greater Detroit and southeastern Michigan patient population
- Direct clinical support role working under physician direction — vital signs, patient history, medication reconciliation, visual acuity assessment, and chief complaint documentation
- Administers oral medications; performs intramuscular, subcutaneous, and intradermal injections; and conducts venipunctures
- Performs both CLIA-waived and non-CLIA-waived laboratory testing on-site
- Prepares equipment and assists physicians during medical treatments, exams, and procedures
- Coordinates specialized referrals, consultation scheduling, and insurance pre-certification for ordered surgeries and diagnostic tests
- Supports front-desk operations including phone triage, appointment scheduling, patient check-out, and referral processing
- Maintains exam room readiness: instrument sterilization, room stocking, supply inventory, and compliance with PPE and infection control protocols
- Completes all clinical documentation in the patient medical record per practice charting policy
- Affiliated with the Detroit Medical Center — a regional academic health system with broad subspecialty depth spanning cardiology, neurology, sports medicine, and more
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited program required — or three years of relevant healthcare work experience accepted in lieu of diploma; current Medical Assistant certification also satisfies the requirement
- Preferred: MA diploma from an accredited school plus at least one year of relevant clinical experience
- CPR/BLS certification required
- Medical Assistant certification preferred (CMA, RMA, or equivalent)
- Must comply with applicable federal, state, and/or local vaccination requirements; proof of full vaccination or an approved religious/medical exemption required prior to start date
About the Community
Hamtramck is a compact, culturally diverse city fully surrounded by Detroit, offering easy access to the full range of metropolitan amenities — professional sports, world-class dining, arts, and entertainment — while maintaining its own distinct neighborhood character and lower cost of living relative to the broader metro area. Southeastern Michigan provides four-season recreation, proximity to the Great Lakes, and a robust regional economy anchored by healthcare, automotive, and technology sectors. The area is well-served by major highways, making commutes across the greater Detroit region straightforward.