Medical Assistant Neurosurgery

Baptist Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Competitive benefits package

401k Plan with Match

Certification/Education Reimbursement

University partnerships for continuing

PTO on day of hire

PTO Sell Back Program

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Bereavement Leave

Compassionate Leave

EMR training included

Job summary

Baptist Health’s Neurosurgery clinic in Paducah, KY seeks a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and clinical support in an outpatient setting. Responsibilities include vital signs, medication reconciliation, documenting history, and coordinating tests.

Dependable EPIC EMR use, scheduling, and prior authorizations are key, with on-site duties emphasized. Travel may be required to support operations; MA orientation is provided, with a retention bonus offered for eligible new hires.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year of MA experience in a medical office or graduate of MA program required.
• Clinical competency assessment and MA orientation required; those not meeting standards may enter MA Trainee Program.
• Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire; BAT and DOT certifications required for Medical Assistants in Occupational Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs and collect patient history.
• Reconcile medications and document patient history.
• Coordinate tests and procedures; manage EPIC and scheduling.

Skills

Direct patient care

Vital signs

Clinical documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training program graduate

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Medical Assistant Neurosurgery### Medical Assistant NeurosurgeryApply: Paducah, KY: Herrin, IL: Full time: Posted Today: R26109529**Summary****Job Description:**BHMG NeurosurgeryPaducah(Travel required based on business needs - see below)\\*\\* Retention bonus! \\*\\* **Job Summary:**The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support within an outpatient clinic. Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, reconciling medications, collecting patient history, and facilitating patient flow. Additional duties involve managing the electronic health record (EPIC), scheduling appointments, processing medication requests, handling prior authorizations, and coordinating tests and procedures. Upon successful completion of clinical competency, the role may also require performing EKGs, lab tests, injections, and/or phlebotomy. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to ensure efficient patient care and support for providers. This role requires regular on-site presence to perform the essential job functions. Qualifications:* 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. **Travel Requirements:** Travel may be required for this position based on staffing and operational needs. Travel frequency may increase or decrease based on business needs. Flexibility to travel as needed to support clinic operations and patient care needs is required. Benefits include:* Competitive Benefits Package* 401k Plan with Match* Certification/Education Reimbursement* University partnerships for continuing education* Term and LTC insurance* 40 hours of PTO on day of hire* PTO Sell Back Program* Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave* Bereavement Leave* Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)* Employee Support Fund for employees in need of emergency financial support ***Pay: $18.72 - $22.94*** \\*\\* ***Retention bonus is reserved for new hires meeting eligibility criteria.*** Medical Office, Certified Medical Assistant, CMA, AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHAAMA### *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.