Medical Assistant Bariatric Surgery

BHS•Lexington, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support in an outpatient bariatric surgery clinic in Lexington, Kentucky. The role includes obtaining vital signs, reconciling medications, collecting patient histories, and facilitating patient flow. Additional duties include managing the EPIC electronic health record, scheduling appointments, processing medication requests, handling prior authorizations, and coordinating tests and procedures. After successfully completing clinical competency requirements, the Medical Assistant may also perform EKGs, laboratory tests, injections, and/or phlebotomy. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to support efficient patient care and providers. Regular on-site presence is required to perform the essential job functions. Upon hire, Medical Assistants complete a clinical competency assessment and MA orientation. Those who do not meet the required standards will be enrolled in the Medical Assistant Trainee Program for further development and evaluation. Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required within 90 days of hire. BAT and DOT certifications are required within 90 days for Medical Assistants in Occupational Medicine.

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 hands-on direct patient care; 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.
BAT and DOT certifications within 90 days of hire for Medical Assistants in Occupational Medicine.
Successful completion of a clinical competency assessment and MA orientation.
Strong communication and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Obtain patients’ vital signs.
Reconcile medications and collect patient histories.
Facilitate patient flow and provide direct patient care and clinical support.
Manage the EPIC electronic health record.
Schedule appointments and process medication requests.
Handle prior authorizations and coordinate tests and procedures.
Upon successful completion of clinical competency, perform EKGs, laboratory tests, injections, and/or phlebotomy.