Medical Assistant Float - Patient Care & Clinic Support

Baptist Health; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Richmond, KY is seeking a Medical Assistant Float to provide direct patient care in an outpatient clinic. You will obtain vital signs, reconcile medications, collect patient history, and facilitate patient flow, while supporting providers and keeping the EPIC EMR up to date.

The role requires on-site presence, ability to schedule appointments, process prior authorizations, and coordinate tests.

Qualifications

• Direct patient care such as taking vital signs and documenting history.
• Experience with medications reconciliation and clinical procedures.
• Must complete MA orientation and clinical competency assessment.
• BAT and DOT certifications required for Occupational Medicine within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vitals, document patient history, and track medications.
• Support clinic operations and patient flow in outpatient setting.
• Manage EPIC electronic health record and appointment scheduling.
• Process prior authorizations and coordinate tests and procedures.
• Perform EKGs, lab tests, injections, or phlebotomy when competent.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Organizational skills

EMR systems experience

Basic computer skills

BLS certification within 90 days

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant certificate or completion of accredited program with clinical experience

LPN/RN license considered

Tools

EMR System

EPIC EMR

Job description

Baptist Health in Richmond, KY is seeking a Medical Assistant Float to provide direct patient care in an outpatient clinic. You will obtain vital signs, reconcile medications, collect patient history, and facilitate patient flow, while supporting providers and keeping the EPIC EMR up to date.

The role requires on-site presence, ability to schedule appointments, process prior authorizations, and coordinate tests.