Medical Assistant

Baptist Healthcare System•Lexington, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support in an outpatient clinic. The role includes obtaining vital signs, reconciling medications, collecting patient history, and facilitating patient flow. Administrative and coordination 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 important to support providers and efficient patient care. 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.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Equivalency.
At least 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical office, clinic, or similar setting, including hands-on patient care such as obtaining vital signs, documenting patient history and medications, and performing clinical procedures; alternatively, 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 the clinical competency assessment and MA orientation.

Nice To Haves

Basic computer skills and experience with an EMR system.
Current Medical Assistant certification from AAMA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT, or AAMP for Certified Medical Assistant roles.
Graduation from an accredited LPN or RN program with current unrestricted licensure for Certified Medical Assistant roles.

Responsibilities

Obtain patient vital signs.
Reconcile medications and collect patient history.
Facilitate patient flow and provide clinical support to providers.
Manage the EPIC electronic health record.
Schedule appointments and process medication requests.
Handle prior authorizations and coordinate tests and procedures.
After successful clinical competency completion, perform EKGs, laboratory tests, injections, and/or phlebotomy as required.
Complete a clinical competency assessment and MA orientation upon hire.