Medical Assistant - Patient Care & Clinic Support

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and clinical support to healthcare providers. The MA will gather patient history, manage patient flow, prepare exam rooms, and support workflow in the clinic.

This role requires strong communication with patients, pharmacies, insurers and physicians, and familiarity with electronic health records. The position emphasizes team collaboration, schedule management, and adherence to UK Healthcare service standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year clinical experience in a medical setting.
• Must hold one of the listed licenses/certifications by date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient medical history and expedite patient flow.
• Room patients and stock clinic with supplies.
• Navigate electronic health record systems.
• Schedule and follow up with appointments; assist with medication fill requests and prior authorizations.
• Schedule tests, procedures and consults; liaise with pharmacies, insurers, patients and physicians.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

EHR navigation

Education

Medical Assistant program graduate

BLS certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

University of Kentucky is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and clinical support to healthcare providers. The MA will gather patient history, manage patient flow, prepare exam rooms, and support workflow in the clinic.

This role requires strong communication with patients, pharmacies, insurers and physicians, and familiarity with electronic health records. The position emphasizes team collaboration, schedule management, and adherence to UK Healthcare service standards.