Cardiology Care Coordinator - Medical Assistant

BHS; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Medical Assistant - Admin in cardiology to coordinate patient care across clinical and administrative duties. You will handle patient histories, EPIC navigation, scheduling, and medication-related tasks with a patient-centered approach.

The role requires MA training or equivalent experience, BLS within 90 days, and potential placement in a trainee program if standards aren’t met.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year direct patient care in a medical setting or completion of an MA training program
• Experience documenting patient history, vital signs, and basic clinical procedures (EKG, phlebotomy, injections)
• Orientation completion required; MA Trainee program if standards not met
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire
• Prior experience in Occupational Medicine/Urgent Care/Primary Care or specialty practice preferred
• BAT and DOT certifications required for Occupational Medicine

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care activities across clinical and administrative tasks
• Navigate electronic health records (EPIC)
• Schedule appointments and coordinate follow-ups; assist with tests, procedures, and consultations
• Process medication fill and refills; check prior authorizations
• Communicate with pharmacies, insurers, patients, and physicians professionally
• Support Baptist Health mission and core values in daily work

Skills

Patient care

EPIC EHR

Appointment scheduling

Communication

Pharmacy coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Formal Medical Assistant training program

BLS Certification (American Heart Association)

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Baptist Health is seeking a Medical Assistant - Admin in cardiology to coordinate patient care across clinical and administrative duties. You will handle patient histories, EPIC navigation, scheduling, and medication-related tasks with a patient-centered approach.

The role requires MA training or equivalent experience, BLS within 90 days, and potential placement in a trainee program if standards aren’t met.