Medical Assistant Team Lead
Arbor North | Jackson, MI
Pay: $18.00-$20.00/hr| $500 Sign-On Bonus
Part-Time | Facility-Based Role | Approximately 24 Hours per Week
Location : Arbor North, Jackson, MI
Position Type: Team Lead / Medical Assistant
Care Setting: Facilityshift
Schedule Need: 7a-12p and 4p-9p availability
We are currently seeking a Medical Assistant Team Leadto support our Arbor North facility in Jackson, MI. This is a part-time, facility-based role for someone who is compassionate, dependable, hands-on, and comfortable helping lead a team while also providing direct care support.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with elderly or disabled individuals, can take initiative, and is ready to serve as a strong on-site support for both clients and care staff.
Schedule
This is a part-time position requiring approximately 24 hours per week.Candidates must be available to support coverage during the following priority shift windows:
Morning coverage window
Evening coverage window
7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Availability is needed across all days of the week.This schedule is not considered flexible, so candidates should have open availability within these coverage windows to meet facility needs.
Sign-On Bonus
This position is eligible for a $500 sign-on bonus, paid as follows:
$250 after the first working assignment
$250 after60 daysof employment
Why Join Elara Caring?
As a Medical Assistant Team Lead, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while helping support a team of compassionate care professionals. Elara Caring offers:
Competitive pay: $18.00-$20.00/hr
$500 sign-on bonus
A collaborative, mission-driven work environment
Opportunities for advancement
Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff
Continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
Medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
401(k) with employer match
Paid time off, paid holidays, family bereavement, and pet bereavement
Pet insurance
What You Will Do
As a Medical Assistant Team Lead, you will support both patient care and team operations within the facility. Responsibilities may include:
Provide hands-on personal care and medical assistant support based on client care needs
Support elderly and disabled individuals with daily care activities
Lead, guide, and support caregivers during assigned shifts
Assistwith task direction, coaching, and issue resolution for care staff
Monitor client wellbeing, including physical, mental, and emotional status
Report significant changes in client condition to theappropriate supervisor
Maintainaccuratedocumentation and communicate updates as needed
Promote patient safety byidentifyingconcerns and escalating them appropriately
Follow HIPAA, infection control, and safety standards
Represent Elara Caring with professionalism, compassion, and courtesy
Attend required trainings andparticipatein skill development opportunities
Support implementation of policies, procedures, and process improvements
Maintain confidentiality of patient and staff information
Performadditionalduties or assignments as needed
What Is Required?
Must be at least 18 years of age
Medical Assistant certification in the state of Michigan
Previousexperience providing care to elderly or disabled individuals preferred
Leadership, team lead, or shift lead experience preferred
Ability to motivate, mentor, and support care staff professionally
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
Ability to problem-solve, follow instructions, and prioritize tasks
Comfortable supporting schedules, task assignments, and daily care coordination
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, coworkers, and supervisors
Knowledge of basic medical assistant and personal care support tasks
Ability to work in a fast-paced, physically active environment
Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift,assistwith transfers, and handle equipment
Ability to lift 50-100lbsas needed
Work Setting
This is a facility-based position at Arbor North in Jackson, MI.This is not a traveling home-to-home assignment, and transportation between client homes is notrequiredfor this role.
You will report to the Branch Manager.
Apply today and help us deliver the right care, at the right time, in the right place.
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