Certified Medical Assistant

Baptist-Health-System-Ky-&-i; Richmond (KY); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 46.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sign-on bonus

Bonus available

Descripción de la vacante

Baptist Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for its BHMG Primary Care clinic in Richmond, KY. The role provides direct patient care and clinical support in a busy outpatient setting, including vitals, history, and medication reconciliation.

Responsibilities include managing the EPIC electronic health record, scheduling, prior authorizations, and coordinating tests and procedures; occasional EKGs, phlebotomy, injections may be required after competency. On-site presence is essential.

Formación

• Graduate of a formal Medical Assistant training program or equivalent direct patient care experience.
• Certification/licensure in nursing (LPN/RN) preferred or MA certification.
• Experience with EPIC EHR and clinical procedures preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Obtain vital signs and document patient history.
• Reconcile medications and document updates in the chart.
• Coordinate patient flow and scheduling.

Conocimientos

Communication

Organization

Clinical care

Educación

MA training program

LPN licensure

RN licensure

Herramientas

EPIC EHR

Phlebotomy

EKG

Descripción del empleo

SummaryJob Description:BHMG Primary CareRichmond, KY(4) 10-hour Shifts**Bonus Available**Sign-on bonus is reserved for new hires meeting eligibility criteria.The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support within an outpatient clinic. Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, reconciling medications, collecting patient history, and facilitating patient flow. Additional duties involve managing the electronic health record (EPIC), scheduling appointments, processing medication requests, handling prior authorizations, and coordinating tests and procedures. Upon successful completion of clinical competency, the role may also require performing EKGs, lab tests, injections, and/orphlebotomy. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to ensure efficient patient care and support for providers. This role requires regular on-site presence to perform the essential job functions.Minimum Requirements:Graduate of a formal Medical Assistant training program or a minimum of one year of direct, hands-on patient care in a clinical setting, such as obtaining vital signs, documenting patient history and medications, and performing clinic procedures (e.g. EKGs, phlebotomy, administering injections or vaccines).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 (MA) Trainee Program for further development and reevaluation.Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.Preferred Requirements:Current Medical Assistant Certification from AAMA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT or AAMP OR active Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of practice.Medical Assistant, MA, CMA, Certified Medical Assistant, Clinical, Office, Clinic, RMA, Registered Medical Assistant, RN, Registered Nurse, LPN, AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHAIf 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.