Medical Assistant Certified

Shriners Children's; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriner’s Children’s seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support clinic operations, room patients, document visits, assist with minor procedures, and manage supplies. The role involves coordinating with front desk, radiology, and other teams to ensure smooth patient flow and safety.

Strong communication and clinical competence are required; you may work independently and with teams to deliver excellent pediatric care for children and families.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification required; BLS within 30–90 days of hire.
• EMR systems experience; Spanish is a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with HIPAA, infection control and patient safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and verify DOB and attire for visits.
• Obtain vitals, draw blood, and document medical history during visits.
• Support radiology/POPs and telehealth as needed; assist with minor procedures.
• Prepare exam rooms, stock supplies, and manage basic clerical tasks.

Skills

Medical assistant certification

BLS Certification

EMR proficiency

Spanish proficiency (preferred)

Education

CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA

Tools

Epic EMR

Microsoft Office

HIPAA knowledge

Job description

Company OverviewShriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations.CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please log into Workday Click Here to apply internally through the \"Jobs Hub\"Job DescriptionThe Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) will support and facilitate clinic operations by performing clinical, clerical, and technical duties, including patient rooming, documentation during visits, assisting with minor procedures, managing supplies, supporting Telehealth services when applicable, and flexing to administrative support when needed. This role requires strong communication skills, clinical competence, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to ensure an optimal care experience for patients and families.Key ResponsibilitiesEscort patients from waiting room(s) to exam room(s), confirming date of birth and ensuring patients are in the proper attire required for their visitAt relevant sites, MAs will walk patients to radiology or POPs rooms/waiting areas, in addition to rooming for clinicObtain patient vitals (height, weight, temperature, pulse, BP, etc.), draw blood, and conduct basic medical history (including chief complaint, medication history, social history, and family history)Monitor Epic DAR and communicate with all relevant teams (front desk, radiology, POPs, etc.) to ensure timely rooming and patient handoffsDirect physicians and APPs to patient rooms based on Epic DAR statusPrepare exam rooms daily; stock and maintain supplies and equipmentAt relevant sites, support cast room setup, cleaning, and supply managementRequired QualificationsMedical Assistant CertificationAcceptable certifications include, but are not limited to: CMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA Required in states where certification is mandated by law or regulation. In non-mandated states, certification is preferred but not required.Basic Life Support (BLS) Required within 30-90 days of hirePreferred Qualifications1 year Pediatric/Ambulatory CareEMR SystemsSpanish proficiency is preferredFamiliarity with Microsoft Office tools, HIPAA, infection control, and patient safety protocols is preferredThe pay range for this position is 18.80 - 26.53/hourly.Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.