Medical Assistant - Hebron Conner Primary Care

St. Elizabeth Physicians; Hebron (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team in Hebron. This role involves providing essential clinical support to physicians and mid-level providers, ensuring patient care is delivered with compassion and efficiency. You will be responsible for measuring vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and maintaining compliance with health regulations. This position offers a chance to grow in a supportive environment, where your contributions directly impact patient care and community health. If you are passionate about healthcare and committed to making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

No Nights, Holidays, or Weekends

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, and Vision

403b with Match

Opportunity for Career Growth

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant or completion of an MA Externship.
• Knowledge of clinical procedures and compliance with health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support, measure vital signs, and document patient information.
• Assist providers during examinations and ensure compliance with health regulations.

Skills

Vital Signs Measurement

Patient Interaction

Clinical Support

OSHA Compliance

HIPAA Compliance

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Medical Assistant - Hebron Conner Primary Care

Medical Assistant - Hebron Conner Primary Care

Apply locations: Hebron, Kentucky

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted Yesterday

Job requisition id: JR304517

Job Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Job Summary: Reports to the Practice Manager or Team Leader, the Medical Assistant provides clinical support to the physician and mid-level providers. The Medical Assistant provides instructions to patients as directed by the providers. The Medical Assistant is also responsible for compliance with all OSHA/CLIA and HIPAA regulations and ensuring completion of all duties vital to business operations.

BENEFITS:

• No Nights, Holidays, or Weekends. Exceptions include Urgent Care and After-Hours Clinics
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 403b with Match
• Opportunity for Career Growth

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Escort patients to exam rooms, interview patients, measure vital signs, including weight, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and document all information in patients’ chart.
• Document the appropriate patient history in patients’ chart.
• Provide clear direction to the patient, address patient concerns about the exam and document appropriately in-patient chart.
• Prepare the patient for the exam.
• Assist the provider(s) during the examination.
• Perform nursing procedures under the supervision of the providers.
• Provide instructions to patient under direction of the provider(s).
• Collecting/preparing laboratory specimens and performing basic laboratory tests.
• Preparing and administering medications as directed by the provider.
• Ensure all information is complete and accurate in-patient chart.
• Ensure completion of all forms vital to the revenue cycle (i.e. verification/clarification of orders, waivers for non-covered services, encounter form).
• Maintain adequate level of supplies in exam rooms and workstation.
• Clean and disinfect exam rooms.
• Perform cleaning, maintenance, and/or sterilization of equipment and instruments. Report malfunction of equipment to appropriate supervisor.
• OSHA, CLIA and HIPAA compliance.
• Maintain all logs and required checks (i.e. refrigerator temperatures, emergency medications, expired medications, oxygen, cold sterilization fluid change, etc.).
• Assist with completion of patient requests.
• Take telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patient/provider/pharmacy calls.
• Triage and process messages from patients and front office staff to providers.
• Completion of referral process/outpatient test scheduling, and precertification.
• Timely and accurate filing/distribution of all patient information.
• Interact with Central Billing Office as needed to resolve patient issues.
• If working as a scribe, will follow guidelines for scribing as described in the Scribe policy.
• Other duties as assigned by the Clinical Coordinator or Practice Manager.

MA CLINICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Requirements vary by practice and could include any or all of the following:

• Obtaining vital signs (manual blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature).
• Assisting providers with exams and procedures.
• Administering injections and immunizations.
• Performing EKG and other essential laboratory procedures.
• Collecting patient samples (fingerstick, throat/nose swabs, urine).
• Answer and triage patient phone calls and questions.

EDUCATION:

Minimum: High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Knowledge of Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

Must have one of the following:

• One year of experience as an MA or CNA or other allied health experience.
• Completion of an MA Externship.
• Completion of SEP MA Internship.
• Completion of EMT Certification Program.
• Degree in Health or Biological Sciences inclusive of hands-on clinical patient care activities.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Preferred: An approved credential, such as the CCMA, CMA, RMA, ARMA or EMT.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Right Career. Right Here. If you have a passion for taking care of the community and are interested in Healthcare, you will take pride in the level of care we provide at St. Elizabeth. We take care of patients and each other.