Medical Assistant

Baptist Healthcare System•New Albany, IN

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About The Position

Baptist Health Medical Group is seeking a Medical Assistant to support its Primary Care team in the Shelbyville Road area. The Medical Assistant provides hands-on clinical and administrative support to physicians and advanced practice providers, helping deliver patient-focused care and maintain clinic flow. The position is full-time and first shift. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is available to eligible new hires. Candidates may qualify through direct patient-care experience or graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program with hands-on clinical experience. The role includes training and a clinical competency assessment, and provides opportunities for professional growth in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of experience providing direct, hands-on patient care in a medical office, clinic, or similar healthcare setting, including duties such as obtaining vital signs, documenting patient history and medications, and performing clinical procedures; alternatively, graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant training program that includes hands-on clinical experience.
Successful completion of Medical Assistant orientation and clinical competency assessment upon hire.
Basic computer skills.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
For Occupational Medicine positions, BAT and DOT certifications within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience with EPIC or another electronic medical record system.
Current Medical Assistant certification through AAMA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT, or AAMP.
Graduation from an accredited LPN or RN program with current unrestricted licensure.

Responsibilities

Provide direct clinical support to physicians and advanced practice providers.
Obtain vital signs, collect patient history, and reconcile medications.
Prepare patients for examinations and assist with patient flow throughout the clinic.
Document patient information accurately in the EPIC electronic medical record.
Schedule appointments and coordinate follow-up care.
Process prescription refill requests and prior authorizations.
Coordinate diagnostic testing and specialty procedures.
After successful completion of clinical competency, perform EKGs, phlebotomy, laboratory testing, injections, and vaccinations.
Maintain a safe, organized, and patient-focused clinical environment.