Medical Assistant

Kyeatright; Elizabethtown (KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k Match

Certification/education reimbursement

PTO and leave programs

Maternity/Paternity leave

Job summary

Baptist Health in Elizabethtown, KY seeks a Medical Assistant for direct patient care in an outpatient clinic. You will obtain vital signs, document patient history, and support patient flow while using EPIC EMR to coordinate appointments and tests.

Responsibilities include medication reconciliation, assisting providers, and handling referrals. A related MA training or diploma plus hands-on clinical experience is preferred. Eligible for retention bonus and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Hands-on patient care experience including vital signs, history, and basic procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Check in patients and obtain vital signs.
• Perform medication reconciliation and document patient history.
• Navigate and document in EPIC EMR and coordinate test scheduling.
• Communicate with pharmacies, insurers, patients and physicians to support care.

Skills

Vital signs

Communication

Documentation

EMR experience (EPIC)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training program

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

## Medical AssistantApply: Elizabethtown, KY: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R26106770**Summary**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/or phlebotomy. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to ensure efficient patient care and support for providers.**Job Description:**# **Eligible for Retention Bonus*****Bonus is reserved for new hires meeting eligibility criteria***BHMG Urgent Care Ring RdFull Time MAThe 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### *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!*