Medical Assistant

BHS • Louisville, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support to providers in an outpatient clinical practice. The role coordinates patient-care activities, supports efficient patient flow, and communicates with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients, and physicians while upholding Baptist’s mission and core values.

Duties include checking in patients, obtaining vital signs, reconciling medications, collecting medical history, and using the EPIC electronic health record system. The broader position description also includes scheduling appointments, processing medication requests, handling prior authorizations, and coordinating tests and procedures. After successfully completing a clinical competency assessment, the Medical Assistant may perform EKGs, lab tests, injections, and/or phlebotomy. Medical Assistants must successfully complete MA orientation; those who do not meet the required standards will enter the Medical Assistant Trainee Program for additional development and evaluation.

This is a full-time position at BHMG Primary Care Deer Park, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. New hires who meet eligibility criteria may qualify for a retention bonus.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Equivalency.
• At least one year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical office, clinic, or similar setting, including direct hands-on patient care such as obtaining vital signs, documenting patient history and medications, and performing clinical procedures; or graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program that includes hands-on patient experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
• For Medical Assistants in Occupational Medicine, BAT and DOT certifications are required within 90 days of hire.
• Successfully complete a clinical competency assessment and MA orientation.

Nice To Haves

• Basic computer skills and experience with an EMR system are noted as a plus.
• Current Medical Assistant certification from AAMA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT, or AAMP.
• Graduation from an accredited LPN or RN program with current unrestricted licensure.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate direct patient-care activities and provide clinical support to providers.
• Check in patients.
• Obtain vital signs and reconcile medications.
• Collect patient medical history information.
• Navigate and use the EPIC electronic health record system.
• Communicate with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients, and physicians.
• After successful clinical competency completion, perform EKGs, lab tests, injections, and/or phlebotomy as required.
• Complete MA orientation and the clinical competency assessment.

Benefits

• Eligible new hires may receive a retention bonus if they meet eligibility criteria.
• Competitive benefits package.
• 401(k) plan with match.
• Certification and education reimbursement.
• University partnerships for continuing education.
• Term and long-term care insurance.
• 40 hours of PTO on the day of hire.
• PTO sell-back program.
• Company-paid maternity and paternity leave.
• Bereavement leave.
• Compassionate leave-sharing program (PTO donation).
• Employee Support Fund for employees in need of emergency financial support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED