Medical Assistant - Non-Operative Spine
About The Position
Saint Luke's Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant for its Spine & Sports Medicine Clinic at the South location in Overland Park. The Medical Assistant supports providers and the nursing team in delivering professional medical care. The role includes preparing patients and the clinic for appointments, assisting with injections and in-office procedures, documenting in electronic medical record systems, supporting administrative and patient-care coordination, and helping maintain efficient clinic flow. The ideal candidate is patient-focused, professional, detail-oriented, compassionate, and effective in a collaborative, fast-paced clinical environment.
Requirements
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
- Medical Assistant diploma.
- Applicable experience listed as less than 1 year.
Nice To Haves
- One year of Medical Assistant experience.
- Previous experience in orthopedics, sports medicine, rehabilitation, or a specialty clinic setting.
- Experience using EPIC or other electronic medical record systems.
- Strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills.
- Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform pre-visit planning and prepare patients for appointments.
- Room patients and obtain and document vital signs.
- Assist providers with injections and in-office procedures.
- Use EPIC and other electronic medical record systems to accurately document patient information.
- Scan, upload, and maintain patient records and documentation.
- Conduct telephone screening using established clinical protocols.
- Complete insurance prior authorizations and other administrative activities.
- Coordinate patient care activities to maintain efficient clinic flow.
- Build rapport with patients and provide outstanding customer service.
- Collaborate with providers and clinical staff to support patient-care needs.
- Maintain professionalism and compassion in patient interactions.
- Perform additional duties as assigned based on clinic needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
