Medical Assistant

Baptist Health • Saint Matthews, KY

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About The Position

Looking for a fresh start as a Medical Assistant in a supportive, friendly environment? Look no further! Baptist Health Medical Group is looking for qualified Medical Assistants to join their practices in the Louisville and Southern IN area. If qualified, you will be contacted to participate in a roundtable interview with multiple managers with current openings. Various locations in the area are available and we will work to find the best fit for you. The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support within an outpatient clinic.

Requirements

• A minimum of one year of experience in a medical office, clinic, or similar setting
• Direct, hands-on patient care experience in a clinical setting
• Experience in obtaining manual vital signs, documenting patient history and medications, and performing clinical procedures (e.g., EKGs, phlebotomy, administering injections or vaccines)
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire

Nice To Haves

• A combination of relevant experience and formal medical-related education may be considered

Responsibilities

• Obtaining vital signs
• Reconciling medications
• Collecting patient history
• Facilitating patient flow
• Managing the electronic health record (EPIC)
• Scheduling appointments
• Processing medication requests
• Handling prior authorizations
• Coordinating tests and procedures
• Performing EKGs, lab tests, injections, and/or phlebotomy upon successful completion of clinical competency

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals