Cardiology Medical Assistant – Admin & Care Coordination

Kyeatright; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Job summary

Baptist Health in Paducah, KY, is seeking a Medical Assistant Admin for Cardiology to coordinate patient care across clinical and administrative tasks. You will collect medical history, navigate EPIC, schedule and follow up on appointments, and assist with medication refills.

The role requires a high school diploma or MA training, plus BLS within 90 days and potential BAT/DOT certifications for Occupational Medicine.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; MA training or 1 year direct patient care needed.
• Experience in clinical and administrative duties in medical settings preferred.
• Proficiency with EPIC EMR; ability to schedule tests and manage prior authorizations.
• Ability to communicate with pharmacies, insurers, patients and physicians respectfully.
• BLS within 90 days; BAT and DOT certifications required for Occupational Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care activities across clinical and administrative tasks.
• Obtain patient history and vital signs; document medications.
• Assist with EKGs, phlebotomy, injections or vaccines.
• Navigate EPIC EMR and manage appointment scheduling and follow-ups.
• Communicate with pharmacies, insurance companies, and physicians.

Skills

Patient care

EPIC navigation

Appointment scheduling

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MA training program or clinical patient care experience

Tools

BLS (AHA)

BAT certification

DOT certification

Job description

Baptist Health in Paducah, KY, is seeking a Medical Assistant Admin for Cardiology to coordinate patient care across clinical and administrative tasks. You will collect medical history, navigate EPIC, schedule and follow up on appointments, and assist with medication refills.

The role requires a high school diploma or MA training, plus BLS within 90 days and potential BAT/DOT certifications for Occupational Medicine.