Medical Assistant/Ambulatory/UKHC

U K Healthcare Ltd; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

UK Healthcare Ltd in Lexington, KY is seeking a Medical Assistant for ambulatory care at UKHC. The MA will provide direct patient care and clinical support to providers, including rooming patients, managing patient flow, and assisting with tests and medications in an acute outpatient setting.

A HS diploma is required; while 0 years of related experience is stated, a CMA or RMA is preferred. Shifts are Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (HS) required.
• CMA or RMA preferred but not required.
• 0 years of related experience stated.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient medical history and expedite patient flow.
• Room patients and stock clinic with supplies.
• Navigate the EHR and schedule tests and follow-ups.
• Assist with medication fill requests and prior authorizations.

Education

HS

Tools

Electronic health record (EHR) navigation

Job description

Job Title

Medical Assistant/Ambulatory/UKHC

Requisition Number

RE55578

Department Name

M4500: AMB-Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

06

Salary Range

$18.54-24.82/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

HS

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

0 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

• State Registered Nurse Assistant (SRNA)
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Registered Nurse (RN) nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) / medic including military medic
• Graduate from a medical assistant program
• Graduate from a licensed practical nursing program
• Clinical Services Technician (CST) III at UK in the last 12 months
• Basic Life Support (BLS) at time of hire through American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider

Physical Requirements

The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.

Shift

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, may require some holidays.

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant (MA) will be responsible for direct patient care and provides clinical support to providers. Duties include but not limited to the following: obtain patient medical history information, expedite patient flow, room patients, stocking clinic with supplies, navigate electronic health record system, schedule and follow-up with appointments and assist with medication fill requests, prior authorizations and schedule tests, procedures and consults.

The MA will communicate with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients and physicians in a respectful manner and follow UK Healthcare behavioral expectations for service excellence.

The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted. The minimum hourly rate for this position will now be $18.20/hour. All pay rates will be based on candidate’s experience.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

none

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

1 year clinical experience, currently a CMA or RMA preferred

Deadline to Apply

10/28/2026

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