Care Assistant Jobs in Michigan
Care Assistant jobs in Michigan are in strong and steady demand, concentrated in home health agencies, assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and hospital systems serving an aging statewide population. The largest hiring activity is in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing, where established employers like Beaumont Health, Spectrum Health, and Trilogy Health Services maintain consistent openings for care assistants at every level, from entry-level personal care aides to senior direct-support roles. Personal care, memory support for dementia and Alzheimer's patients, and pediatric home care are the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community.
If you’re ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.
Location
Portage-2700 E.Centre Ave. - Medical Office BuildingTitle
Medical Assistant - Full Time, 40 hrs/wk - Bronson Primary Care Providers- E. Centre Family Medicine - Kalamazoo, MIWorking under provider’s direction provides general nursing functions for the practice. Records vital signs, immunizations, provides initial patient assessment, obtains concise patient history, and provides various clinical information and support to providers. Processes and posts information to patient’s chart, educates patients and families regarding medications, treatments and care, and referrals. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
MUST MEET ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
- Successful completion of an accredited medical assistant program
- CMA/CCMA/RMA certified
- Meet eligibility requirements to take CMA/RMA and must be obtained within 6 months of hire
- Note: Vocational Coordinator to determine eligibility requirements for CMA or RMA within 6 months.
Responsibilities:
BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire/transfer.
Knowledge of clinical skills as required with Medical Assistant Certification/Registration.
Effective problem-solving and prioritization skills.
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and process information in a confidential manner.
Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, doctors and other staff.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
Ability to work independently and function as an integral team member with other healthcare professionals.
Must have personal computer skills with EMR experience highly desirable and the ability to input and retrieve data from the organization's computerized systems.
Must have excellent verbal and communication skills.
Ability to maintain positive customer service.
Ability to establish effective working relations with physicians, office staff, and employees in a team environment.
Must maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time. Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.
Prepares patient for examination including patient assessment, histories, vital signs, medication reconciliation, and routine testing of hearing, vision or other.
Document pertinent information in chart.
Maintains documentation standards and reviews chart prior to appointment to assure requests and documents are in place.
Administer treatments as requested by the physician.
Obtain specimens for urine testing, phlebotomy, etc.
Performs laboratory tests as directed by the physician.
Accurately documents required information in patient charts.
Set up and assist physician with procedures (laceration repair, pap/pelvic, etc.).
Schedule outside tests or procedures for patients in other departments of facilities such as x-ray, MRI, etc.
Prepares patients for tests/procedures by providing appropriate instructions.
Coordinate admissions, referrals, call in prescriptions, etc.
Stock exam rooms with supplies as needed.
Conduct day to day inventory of supplies and report items to be ordered.
Assist in the scheduling of appointments in EMR system as required.
Able to screen calls and determine urgency, necessity of appointments or whether phone advice is sufficient.
Assists in completion of misc. patient forms (Worker Compensation, Disability, etc.)
Attend staff, educational or other meetings as required.
Performs other related duties as assigned by nurses, practice manager, or physician.
Shift
VariableTime Type
Full timeSign-On Bonus
External Candidates Only: Up to $1,500.00Retention Bonus
External Candidates Only, $1,500.00Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Cost Center
7724 Bronson Primary Care Partners - East Centre (BMH)Agency Use Policy and Agency Submittal Disclaimer
Bronson Healthcare Group and its affiliates (“Bronson”) strictly prohibit the acceptance of unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies ("Recruiters") in response to job postings or word of mouth. Unsolicited resumes sent to any employee of Bronson by Recruiters, without both a valid written agreement with Bronson and a direct written request from the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a specific job position, will be considered the property of Bronson. Furthermore, no fees will be owed or paid to Recruiters who submit resumes for unsolicited candidates, even if those candidates are hired. This policy applies regardless of whether the Recruiter has a pre-existing agreement with Bronson. Only candidates submitted through a specific written agreement with the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a named position are eligible for fee consideration.
Love Where You Work!
Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community.
If you’re ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.
Location
Portage-2700 E.Centre Ave. - Medical Office BuildingTitle
Medical Assistant - Full Time, 40 hrs/wk - Bronson Primary Care Providers- E. Centre Family Medicine - Kalamazoo, MIWorking under provider’s direction provides general nursing functions for the practice. Records vital signs, immunizations, provides initial patient assessment, obtains concise patient history, and provides various clinical information and support to providers. Processes and posts information to patient’s chart, educates patients and families regarding medications, treatments and care, and referrals. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
MUST MEET ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
- Successful completion of an accredited medical assistant program
- CMA/CCMA/RMA certified
- Meet eligibility requirements to take CMA/RMA and must be obtained within 6 months of hire
- Note: Vocational Coordinator to determine eligibility requirements for CMA or RMA within 6 months.
Responsibilities:
BLS certification is required within 90 days of hire/transfer.
Knowledge of clinical skills as required with Medical Assistant Certification/Registration.
Effective problem-solving and prioritization skills.
Must possess excellent interpersonal skills and process information in a confidential manner.
Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, doctors and other staff.
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
Ability to work independently and function as an integral team member with other healthcare professionals.
Must have personal computer skills with EMR experience highly desirable and the ability to input and retrieve data from the organization's computerized systems.
Must have excellent verbal and communication skills.
Ability to maintain positive customer service.
Ability to establish effective working relations with physicians, office staff, and employees in a team environment.
Must maintain the highest level of confidentiality.
Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time. Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.
Prepares patient for examination including patient assessment, histories, vital signs, medication reconciliation, and routine testing of hearing, vision or other.
Document pertinent information in chart.
Maintains documentation standards and reviews chart prior to appointment to assure requests and documents are in place.
Administer treatments as requested by the physician.
Obtain specimens for urine testing, phlebotomy, etc.
Performs laboratory tests as directed by the physician.
Accurately documents required information in patient charts.
Set up and assist physician with procedures (laceration repair, pap/pelvic, etc.).
Schedule outside tests or procedures for patients in other departments of facilities such as x-ray, MRI, etc.
Prepares patients for tests/procedures by providing appropriate instructions.
Coordinate admissions, referrals, call in prescriptions, etc.
Stock exam rooms with supplies as needed.
Conduct day to day inventory of supplies and report items to be ordered.
Assist in the scheduling of appointments in EMR system as required.
Able to screen calls and determine urgency, necessity of appointments or whether phone advice is sufficient.
Assists in completion of misc. patient forms (Worker Compensation, Disability, etc.)
Attend staff, educational or other meetings as required.
Performs other related duties as assigned by nurses, practice manager, or physician.
Shift
VariableTime Type
Full timeSign-On Bonus
External Candidates Only: Up to $1,500.00Retention Bonus
External Candidates Only, $1,500.00Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Cost Center
7724 Bronson Primary Care Partners - East Centre (BMH)Agency Use Policy and Agency Submittal Disclaimer
Bronson Healthcare Group and its affiliates (“Bronson”) strictly prohibit the acceptance of unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies ("Recruiters") in response to job postings or word of mouth. Unsolicited resumes sent to any employee of Bronson by Recruiters, without both a valid written agreement with Bronson and a direct written request from the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a specific job position, will be considered the property of Bronson. Furthermore, no fees will be owed or paid to Recruiters who submit resumes for unsolicited candidates, even if those candidates are hired. This policy applies regardless of whether the Recruiter has a pre-existing agreement with Bronson. Only candidates submitted through a specific written agreement with the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a named position are eligible for fee consideration.
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Care Assistant Job Market in Michigan
A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Trinity Health18
- Corewell Health9
- ExpertCare5
- Henry Ford Health5
- Munson Healthcare5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in care assistant jobs across Michigan.
- Current CPR and first aid certification required by most Michigan care employers
- High school diploma or GED required for all direct care assistant positions
- Valid Michigan driver's license and reliable transportation for home-based care roles
- Prior experience in a caregiving, personal care, or direct support role preferred
- Ability to pass a Michigan background check through the Health Care Worker Registry
- Completion of state-required training hours for home health aide or direct care workers
Care Assistant Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a care assistant in Michigan?
Michigan does not require a single universal state license for care assistants, but the path depends on the setting. Home health aides working for Medicare- or Medicaid-certified agencies must complete state-approved training and competency evaluation tracked through the Michigan Health Care Worker Registry. Direct support professionals in residential care settings follow training requirements set by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. CPR certification and a clean background check are standard starting requirements across all settings.
Which companies hire care assistants in Michigan?
Companies currently hiring care assistants in Michigan include Trinity Health, Corewell Health, and ExpertCare, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Michigan's large integrated health systems, regional assisted living groups, and home care franchise networks are consistently among the most active employers for this role statewide.
Which Michigan cities have the most care assistant jobs?
Ann Arbor, Troy, and Grand Rapids have the most care assistant openings in Michigan. Detroit anchors hiring through its dense concentration of hospital systems and long-term care facilities, while Grand Rapids and Lansing generate strong demand from regional health networks, state government health services, and a growing senior population in their surrounding suburban areas.
Are there remote care assistant jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. Care assistant work is almost entirely hands-on and conducted in homes, facilities, or clinical settings, which makes fully remote roles uncommon by nature. About 7% of care assistant openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions are most often administrative care coordination or telephonic care support roles rather than direct personal care.
How can I get hired as a care assistant in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to home care agencies or assisted living facilities that provide on-the-job training for new hires. Large Michigan employers like Trilogy Health Services and home health franchise networks regularly hire candidates without prior care experience and train them to meet state competency requirements. Completing a short state-approved home health aide training program through a Michigan community college strengthens your application, and lateral experience as a CNA student, direct support professional, or medical assistant can open the same doors.
Where can I find and apply to care assistant jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to care assistant jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your experience level, location, and care setting, then apply directly to the employers posting them.
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