Medical Assistant Jobs in Michigan

Medical assistant jobs in Michigan are in steady demand, with hiring concentrated in outpatient clinics, multi-specialty physician practices, and health system-affiliated urgent care centers, and openings at every level from entry-level clinical assistant through lead and senior positions. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing are the state's busiest hiring markets, anchored by large systems like Henry Ford Health, Spectrum Health (now Corewell Health), and Michigan Medicine. The most consistent openings are in primary care, pediatrics, and dermatology. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles153+
Top employerHenry Ford Health
Top cityAnn Arbor, MI
Cities hiring82
Work type74% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Trinity Health
Medical Assistant
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Trinity Health
New 21h ago
Medical Assistant
Trinity Health
Van Buren, Michigan
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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DM Clinical Research
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
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DM Clinical Research
New 23h ago
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
DM Clinical Research
Southfield, Michigan
Data Analytics
Data Science
Associate's degree
11-50

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Trinity Health
Medical Assistant (MA) - Urgent Care Belleville
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Trinity Health
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Medical Assistant (MA) - Urgent Care Belleville
Trinity Health
Van Buren, Michigan
Manufacturing Operations
Warehouse Operations
CPR Certification
10,000+

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Parallel ENT & Allergy
Allergy Medical Assistant
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Allergy Medical Assistant
Parallel ENT & Allergy
Grand Haven, Michigan
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
High school diploma or GED

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Silver Pine Medical Group
Medical Assistant
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Silver Pine Medical Group
Added 1d ago
Medical Assistant
Silver Pine Medical Group
Macomb, Michigan
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$19.5 - $28/hr
BLS Certification
11-50

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Medical Assistant Jobs by City in Michigan

Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Ann Arbor
8 jobs
Grand Rapids
7 jobs
Farmington Hills
6 jobs
Saint Clair Shores
6 jobs
Troy
5 jobs
Novi
4 jobs
Kalamazoo
4 jobs
Ypsilanti
4 jobs
Traverse City
4 jobs

Medical Assistant Job Market in Michigan

A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Henry Ford Health
    Henry Ford Health22
  • Trinity Health
    Trinity Health15
  • Corewell Health
    Corewell Health15
  • McLaren Health Care
    McLaren Health Care11
  • T
    Troy Urgent Care Walk In Clinic6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education

What Michigan Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical assistant jobs across Michigan.

  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential preferred or required
  • Completion of an accredited medical assistant diploma or associate degree program
  • Experience with electronic health records, particularly Epic or Cerner platforms
  • Proficiency in phlebotomy and clinical skills such as vital signs and EKG administration
  • Strong patient communication skills in a fast-paced outpatient or clinical environment
  • Current CPR or BLS certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross

Medical Assistant Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a medical assistant in Michigan?

Michigan does not require a state-issued license for medical assistants, but most employers require or strongly prefer a nationally recognized credential such as the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants or the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from American Medical Technologists. Candidates typically complete an accredited diploma or associate degree program at a Michigan community college or technical school before sitting for a credentialing exam.

How much do medical assistants make in Michigan?

Medical assistants in Michigan earn a median of about $39,870 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $35,000 for the lowest 10% to over $48,330 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire medical assistants in Michigan?

Employers hiring medical assistants in Michigan right now include Henry Ford Health, Trinity Health, and Corewell Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's large integrated health systems and independent multi-specialty physician groups consistently post the highest volume of openings across the state.

Which Michigan cities have the most medical assistant jobs?

Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, and Farmington Hills have the most medical assistant openings in Michigan. Detroit leads because of its density of major health systems and hospital-affiliated outpatient clinics, while Grand Rapids and Lansing generate strong demand through anchor employers like Corewell Health and Sparrow Health System and their surrounding networks of physician practices and urgent care centers.

Are there remote medical assistant jobs in Michigan?

Yes, but they're rare. Medical assisting is a hands-on clinical role that typically requires in-person patient interaction, so most positions are on-site. About 26% of medical assistant openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to involve administrative duties such as prior authorization, patient scheduling, or telehealth support rather than direct clinical care.

How can I get hired as a medical assistant in Michigan with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited medical assistant program at a Michigan community college, many of which include externship placements at local clinics that can convert to full-time offers. Large Michigan health systems such as Henry Ford Health and Corewell Health run new-graduate onboarding cohorts and hire candidates with externship hours in lieu of paid experience. Candidates transitioning from roles like patient service representative, phlebotomist, or medical receptionist have a strong foundation. Earning a CMA or RMA credential before applying gives a clear competitive edge even without paid experience.

Where can I find and apply to medical assistant jobs in Michigan?

You can find and apply to medical assistant jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your credentials and experience level and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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