Medical Assistant Float

Baptist Health; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention Bonus

Shift differential

401K match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Baptist Health is looking for a Full Time Medical Assistant Float in LaGrange, GA. The role involves supporting patient care across BHMG Urgent Cares in Shelbyville and surrounding areas. Responsibilities include checking in patients, obtaining vital signs, and navigating electronic health systems, ensuring excellent service aligned with Baptist's mission. Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least 1 year of medical assisting experience or graduate of an accredited MA program. Certified Medical Assistant credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a medical office or clinic.
• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant training program.
• Certification from AAMA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT, or AAMP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Check in patients and obtain vital signs.
• Navigate electronic health record system.
• Support direct patient care activities.

Skills

Patient care experience

Basic computer skills

Communication with pharmacies and physicians

Vital signs and medication reconciliation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

EPIC EMR System

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Medical Assistant Float page is loaded## Medical Assistant Floatlocations: LaGrange, KYtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R26100790**Summary****Job Description:**# **Eligible for Retention Bonus*****Sign-on bonus is reserved for new hires meeting eligibility criteria****BHMG Urgent Care Shelbyville and surrounding areas**Full Time Medical Assistant***Some of the reasons why people love working at Baptist Health Medical Group:*** **Your well-being matters to us** **-** *Medical, dental, vision, mental health support** **Time & Flexibility** - *Front-loaded full-time PTO hours on day* *1, Hours include a schedule with 1 weekend rotation and more time for yourself and family** **We help you invest in your long-term success and financial Security -** *401K match, Shift differential, certification and tuition assistance, internal & university partnership education programs to advance your career*The MA Float will support all of the BHMG Urgent Cares in Shelbyville, Louisville and LaGrange. Responsible for the coordination of direct patient care activities and providing clinical support to providers within the clinical practice.**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.**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., Vitals, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant**Work Experience****Education**### *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!*### Baptist Health is an *Equal Employment Opportunity* employer.[](blob:https://bhs.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/0ef60b07-2861-4754-9abc-f0779d31270b)0:00 / 2:44