Medical Assistant

BHS•Louisville, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Baptist Health Medical Group is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide hands-on clinical support in its Primary Care team in the Shelbyville Road area. The role involves working with physicians and advanced practice providers to deliver patient care, support clinic operations, and build relationships with patients. Experienced Medical Assistants and recent graduates of accredited Medical Assistant programs are welcome. Training and opportunities for professional growth are provided in a supportive, collaborative environment. The posting also identifies the position as Medical Assistant – Gastro and lists the location as the St. Matthews area.

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 such as EKGs, phlebotomy, or administering injections; alternatively, graduation 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

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

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.