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Medical Doctor Assistant Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Medical Office Assistant

Detroit, MI

$35K - $43K/yr

Medical Assistant Program, or six months of experience in a doctor's office or related area performing Medical Assistant duties. * EMT * Phlebotomy training program. Six months direct patient care ...

Medical Office Assistant

Detroit, MI · On-site

$35K - $43K/yr

Medical Assistant Program, or six months of experience in a doctor's office or related area performing Medical Assistant duties. * EMT * Phlebotomy training program. Six months direct patient care ...

Medical Assistant

Monroe, MI · On-site

$16.50 - $21/hr

The Medical Assistant provides essential support and administrative services to the office, the doctors, and the patients in a fast-paced doctor's office. This person will be involved in a wide ...

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Medical Doctor Assistant information

What is the difference between Medical Doctor Assistant vs Physician Assistant?

AspectMedical Doctor AssistantPhysician Assistant
CredentialsCertified Medical Doctor Assistant (CMDA), certification varies by stateCertified Physician Assistant (PA-C), national certification
Work EnvironmentClinics, hospitals, outpatient settingsHospitals, clinics, primary care practices
Roles & ResponsibilitiesAssist physicians, perform basic procedures, patient careDiagnose, treat illnesses, perform exams, prescribe medications
TrainingPost-secondary education, certification examsMaster’s degree, certification exams

Medical Doctor Assistants and Physician Assistants work closely in healthcare settings, but PAs typically have a broader scope of practice, including diagnosing and prescribing. Both roles require certification and work in similar environments, but PAs often have more autonomy in patient care.

What are the most commonly searched types of Medical Doctor jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Medical Doctor jobs in Michigan are:

Infographic showing various Medical Doctor Assistant job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 7% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Medical Director (Physician) PRN Days-no night/weekends!

Coldwater, MI • On-site


VitalCore Health Strategies
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees

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Join the VitalCore Team in Michigan! We’re people fueled by passion, not by profit!

VitalCore Health Strategies, an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has an opening for a staff Medical Director (Physician) at Lakeland Correctional Facility in Coldwater, Michigan for Part Time!

MEDICAL DIRECTOR (PHYSICIAN) POSITION SUMMARY


The Staff Physician works under supervision of the Site Medical Director with broad latitude for independent judgment and initiative and is an integral part of the medical team at their facility. The Staff Physician is expected to take a leading role in the delivery of health care services to our patients. 


MEDICAL DIRECTOR (PHYSICIAN) SCHEDULE

  • Week days Monday-Friday
  • Flexible schedule
  • No weekends, holidays, or nights


MEDICAL DIRECTOR (PHYSICIAN) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be a licensed Physician in state of employment.
  • Current DEA registration.
  • Board certified and qualified by state laws/regulations to practice medicine.

MEDICAL DIRECTOR (PHYSICIAN) ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Ensures Medical Record documentation is in SOAP format, problem oriented and corresponds to the therapeutic order.
  • Ensures all documentation is timed, legible, and signed.
  • Ensures all verbal or telephone orders are countersigned within seventy-two (72) hours.
  • Adheres to approved formulary for therapeutic regimens before utilizing non-formulary procedure.
  • Documents pertinent observations and logical conclusions to validate need for non-formulary medication on non-formulary request form for Medical Director's approval when non-formulary medication is ordered.
  • Utilizes available in-house resource personnel for treatment and resolution of identified problems before utilizing off-site referral.
  • Provides emergency treatment on-site and responds appropriately in urgent or emergency situations.
  • Demonstrates proper technique for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and related drug therapy.
  • Supports standards of medical care through adherence to existing policies and procedures.
  • Serves as a resource to other professional or non-professional personnel providing instructions as needed.
  • Attends medical staff meetings as required. Provides monthly in-service education of staff as requested.
  • Participates in monthly review of quality care and chart reviews as requested.
  • Sponsors Physician Assistants as required.
  • Notifies Site Medical Director and/or Site Health Services Administrator of schedule changes.
  • Assists in the arrangement for coverage of medical services if unavailable for extended period of time.
  • Other duties as requested by the Site Medical Director.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. 


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