Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Clinic Support

The University of Kansas Health System; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to support efficient patient flow by preparing patients, assisting clinicians, recording vital signs, and handling clerical tasks in a respectful, patient-centered environment.

You will maintain exam rooms, manage supplies, schedule tests, submit referrals, and support nurses and physicians across units. A high school diploma or equivalent and MA certification/eligibility is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or at least one year as a Medical Assistant or CCMA or NCRMA certification.

Responsibilities

• Schedule tests and obtain films/reports; prepare lab specimens.
• Assist physicians and nurses with exams and procedures per competency checklist.
• Coordinate care with health-care team and record patient history elements.
• Submit prescriptions and refills to outpatient pharmacies (electronic/phone/fax).
• Ensure data for completed procedures is recorded in medical records.

Skills

Basic typing

Clerical skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AC MA program graduate or MA certification (CCMA/NCRMA)

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to support efficient patient flow by preparing patients, assisting clinicians, recording vital signs, and handling clerical tasks in a respectful, patient-centered environment.

You will maintain exam rooms, manage supplies, schedule tests, submit referrals, and support nurses and physicians across units. A high school diploma or equivalent and MA certification/eligibility is preferred.