Medical Assistant/Ambulatory/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a Medical Assistant to deliver direct patient care and clinical support to providers in a fast-paced clinic setting. Responsibilities include taking medical histories, expediting patient flow, rooming patients, stocking supplies, and using the electronic health record system to schedule and follow up on appointments, prior authorizations, and test scheduling.

The role emphasizes collaboration with pharmacies, insurers, patients, and physicians, along with

Qualifications

• 1 year clinical experience
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire
• Proof of being at least 18 years old at start date

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care and clinical support to providers.
• Obtain patient medical history, expedite flow, room patients, stock clinic supplies, navigate EHR, schedule/follow-up appointments and assist with medications, authorizations, and tests.

Education

State Registered Nurse Assistant (SRNA)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Registered Nurse (RN) nursing student

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) / medic

Graduate from a medical assistant program

Graduate from a licensed practical nursing program

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

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Required License/Registration/Certification

One of the following: 1. State Registered Nurse Assistant ( SRNA ) 2. Certified Nursing Assistant ( CNA ) 3. Registered Nurse (RN) nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical 4. Emergency Medical Technician ( EMT ) / medic including military medic 5. Graduate from a medical assistant program. 5. Graduate from a licensed practical nursing program. 6. 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 8:00am-5:00pm, 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.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

N/A

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

1 year clinical experience

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/20/2026

Our University Community

We value the well‑being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have one of the following, or are you eligible to obtain this by date of hire? 1. Kentucky Registered SRNA, Certified Nursing Assistant (Aid) 2. RN nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical, 3. Paramedic 4. Graduate from an accredited medical assistant program 5. Graduate from a licensed practical nursing program 6. CST III at UK in the last 12 months
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA), or are you eligible to obtain this by date of hire?
  • Yes
  • No
• * If hired, can you provide proof that you are at least 18 years of age at start date?
  • Yes
  • No