Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Gastroenterology Clinic

Lifepoint Health; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Job summary

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join Gastroenterology Associates at Lake Cumberland Physician Practices (LCPP). You will provide high-quality clinical care and administrative support, ensuring smooth clinic operations, patient safety and a positive patient experience.

Applicants should graduate from an accredited MA program, hold CCMA/CMA/RMA credentials, and obtain BLS within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program or equivalent.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's degree preferred.
• CCMA, CMA or RMA license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) obtained within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient assessments and treatments under supervision.
• Perform basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition.
• Document patient care provided.
• Maintain equipment and medical supplies; reorder and clean as needed.
• Maintain examination areas.
• Perform administrative duties: filing, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.

Skills

Clinical care

Patient assessment

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Medical Assistant program certificate

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Job description

Your experience matters

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Certified Medical Assistant (MA) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®.

More about our team

The Medical Assistant supports Gastroenterology Associates at Lake Cumberland Physician Practices (LCPP) by providing high-quality clinical care and administrative support. This role is essential in ensuring efficient clinic operations, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and an exceptional patient experience. The Medical Assistant works collaboratively with providers, clinical staff, and administrative teams to support both patient flow and revenue cycle processes.

How you'll contribute

• Under the supervision of physician or nurse, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition.
• Documents patient care given.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
• Maintains examination areas.
• Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.

What we're looking for

Applicants should be a graduate of an accredited medical assistance program or equivalent. Additional requirements include:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's degree preferred
• CCMA, CMA or RMA license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) obtained within 60 days of hire.

Schedule: 5x8, Days (8a-5p)

Why join us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More about Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a 295-bed acute hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Somerset community for over 40 years. We are proud to have received the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission, the Advanced Certification as a Primary Stroke Center, recognition as a U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospital, acknowledgment by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care as an Accredited Chest Pain Center, and our neurosurgery program has been recognized as an Accredited Spine Center by The Joint Commission.

EEOC Statement

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.