Certified Medical Assistant

Kyeatright; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

401k with match

Certification reimbursement

PTO 40 hours on hire

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Bereavement Leave

PTO Sell Back Program

Job summary

Baptist Health Louisville is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support providers in a fast-paced clinic environment. The MA will handle patient check-in, vitals, history, medication reconciliation, and direct clinical care within the EPIC EMR system.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year MA experience or completion of an accredited MA program, with BLS due within 90 days of hire. BAT/DOT certifications are required within 90 days, and continuing education support is available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of Medical Assistant experience with direct patient care in a clinical setting.
• Or graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program with hands-on experience.
• Basic computer skills; EMR experience a plus; BLS within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Check in patients, obtain vital signs, document patient history and medications.
• Perform clinical procedures (EKG, phlebotomy, injections or vaccines).
• Communicate with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients and physicians.
• Navigate EPIC EMR system and support providers.

Skills

Vital signs

EKG

Phlebotomy

Vaccinations

EMR usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training program

Tools

EMR System

BAT certification

DOT certification

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant### Certified Medical AssistantApply: Louisville, KY: Full time: Posted Today: R26109744**Summary****Job Description:**# **Eligible for Retention Bonus*****Bonus is reserved for new hires meeting eligibility criteria*** ***BHMG Primary Care Dupont******Full Time MA*** The MA will be responsible for the coordination of direct patient care activities and providing clinical support to providers within one of our clinical practices.**Duties include:*** Check in patients, obtaining vital signs & medication reconciliation* Patient medical history information* Navigating electronic health record system (EPIC)* Communicate with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients and physicians and will uphold Baptist’s mission and core values that drive service excellence.* **Competitive Benefits Package*** **401k Plan with Match*** **Certification/Education Reimbursement*** **University partnerships for continuing education*** **Term and LTC insurance*** **40 hours of PTO on day of hire*** **PTO Sell Back Program*** **Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave*** **Bereavement Leave*** **Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)*** **Employee Support Fund for employees in need of emergency financial support****Minimum Requirements:*** High School Diploma or General Education Equivalency* 1+ year(s) of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical office, clinic or similar setting required. Experience must include direct, hands-on patient care in a clinical setting, such as obtaining vital signs, documenting patient history and medications, and performing clinical procedures (e.g. EKG’s, phlebotomy, administering injections or vaccines).* **Or** Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant training program, that includes hands on patient experience as part of the curriculum, required.* Upon hire, all Medical Assistants will undergo a clinical competency assessment and must successfully complete MA orientation. Those who do not meet the required standards will be enrolled in the Medical Assistant Trainee Program for further development and evaluation.* Basic computer skills, experience with EMR System a plus.* Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.* BAT and DOT certifications required for Medical Assistants in Occupational Medicine within 90 days of hire.**Preferred Qualifications for a Certified Medical Assistant:*** Current Medical Assistant Certification from AAMA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT, or AAMP.* **Or** graduate of an accredited LPN or RN program with current unrestricted licensure.* Upon hire, all Medical Assistants will undergo a clinical competency assessment and must successfully complete MA orientation. Those who do not meet the required standards will be enrolled in the Medical Assistant Trainee Program for further development and evaluation.* Basic computer skills, experience with EMR System a plus.* Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.* BAT and DOT certifications required for Medical Assistants in Occupational Medicine within 90 days of hire.RMA, CMA, CCMA, Med Assistant, M.A., Medical Office, Vitals, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Clinical Medical Assistant, Back office MA, Bilingual Medical Assistant### *If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!*### Baptist Health is an *Equal Employment Opportunity* employer.