Medical Office Assistant Jobs in Michigan
Medical Office Assistant jobs in Michigan are concentrated in Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing, where major health systems like Henry Ford Health, Beaumont Health, and Sparrow Health System maintain large administrative and clinical support teams. Demand is strongest in multi-specialty outpatient clinics, primary care, and behavioral health practices, with openings ranging from entry-level front desk roles to experienced medical billing and coding specialists. Michigan's dense network of independent physician groups and federally qualified health centers adds consistent hiring volume beyond the big systems. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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We here at Pure Psychiatry of Michigan, PLLC are looking for Full Time Medical Office Assistants to join our growing team. We value hard-working individuals with exemplary patient care skills who are willing to serve a diverse population of clientele.
Our Medical Office Assistants are responsible for patient scheduling, check-in, check-out, co-pay collection, insurance verification, and attending to any patient call to the clinic. We pride ourselves on offering the highest quality of care in the mental health field. If this aligns with your values, we hope you will apply today!
Medical Office Assistant Responsibilities/Expectations:
- Adhere to and abide by all HIPAA policies
- Show ability to be adaptable and flexible in a fast-paced environment
- Careful and comprehensive approach to patient care
- Team player; be able to multi-task and help fellow colleagues when applicable
- Strong customer service skills and effective communicator
- Dependable, punctual, deliberate with work ethic
Desired Medical Office Experience:
- Verifying insurance eligibility
- Prior authorizations
- Co-pay collection and Understanding of deductibles
Position Qualifications:
- High school diploma
- 1 year minimum experience working in medical office setting (preferred)
- Some level of experience with Electronic Medical Records and Proficiency with Microsoft Office products
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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Where Michigan roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Medical Office Assistant Job Market in Michigan
A snapshot from current Michigan openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- MyMichigan Health22

- Family Health Care3

- Hillsdale Hospital3

- The Cancer & Hematology Centers2

- WSA1

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Agriculture & Farming
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical office assistant jobs across Michigan.
- High school diploma or GED recognized by the state of Michigan
- Certification as a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant or equivalent credential
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Experience scheduling patients, verifying insurance, and processing prior authorizations
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and basic ICD-10 and CPT coding
- Ability to maintain HIPAA compliance and handle confidential patient information
Medical Office Assistant Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical office assistant in Michigan?
Michigan does not require a state-issued license to work as a medical office assistant, so the path starts with completing a certificate or associate degree program in medical office administration or a related field from a community college such as Lansing Community College or Grand Rapids Community College. Most Michigan employers prefer candidates who hold a nationally recognized credential like the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant credential. Completing an externship at a Michigan clinic or physician group during your program is the most reliable way to convert training into a first hire.
Which companies hire medical office assistants in Michigan?
Michigan medical office assistant roles are posted by MyMichigan Health, Family Health Care, and Hillsdale Hospital and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's large integrated health systems, independent physician networks, and federally qualified health centers across metro Detroit and West Michigan are among the most consistent sources of openings throughout the year.
Which Michigan cities have the most medical office assistant jobs?
Midland, Alma, and Hillsdale have the most medical office assistant openings in Michigan right now. Detroit dominates due to the concentration of large health systems and specialty practices in the metro, while Grand Rapids draws strong hiring from the Frederik Meijer Heart and Vascular Institute and a growing outpatient corridor, and Lansing reflects steady demand from state-government-adjacent clinics and Sparrow Health's outpatient network.
Are there remote medical office assistant jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of medical office assistant openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most tasks, such as rooming patients and handling in-person check-in, require on-site presence. The portions of the role most likely to appear in remote or hybrid postings are medical billing, insurance verification, and prior authorization work.
How can I get hired as a medical office assistant in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an externship or practicum through a Michigan community college program and converting that placement into a full-time offer. Henry Ford Health and the Trinity Health Michigan network both hire new graduates into front desk and patient services associate roles that treat clinical externship hours as equivalent to direct work experience. Lateral moves from patient care technician, pharmacy technician, or medical receptionist positions are common entry points at Michigan physician groups. Holding the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant credential, even without work experience, consistently moves candidates past initial screening at Michigan outpatient and multi-specialty practices.
Where can I find and apply to medical office assistant jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to medical office assistant jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across health systems, outpatient clinics, and physician groups. Search the listings, find the roles that match your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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