CMA - ATTN GENNY

Baptist Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Plan with Match

Certification/Education Reimbursement

University partnerships for continuing

Term and LTC insurance

40 hours of PTO on day of hire

PTO Sell Back Program

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Bereavement Leave

Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (P

Employee Support Fund for employees in

Job summary

Baptist Health in Louisville, KY is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to coordinate direct patient care and support providers within a clinical practice.

You will perform patient check-in, vital signs, history documentation, and EMR navigation, with opportunities for professional growth through education reimbursement and paid time off.

Associated benefits include a comprehensive package and leave options to support work-life balance and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ year experience as Medical Assistant including vital signs, history, and clinical procedures (EKG, phlebotomy, injections).
• Graduate of accredited MA program with hands-on patient experience required.
• Clinical competency assessment after hire; MA orientation completion required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate direct patient care activities and provide clinical support to providers.
• Check in patients, obtain vital signs, perform medication reconciliation, document history.
• Navigate the EMR system (EPIC) and communicate with pharmacies, insurers, patients and physicians.

Skills

Vital signs

Medication reconciliation

EMR navigation

Phlebotomy

EKG

Injections

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant program graduate

MA Certification (AAMA/AMT/NAHP/NCCT/AAMP)

LPN/RN license (preferred)

Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Eligible for Retention Bonus

Bonus is reserved for new hires meeting eligibility criteria

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.

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Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.