Medical Assistant Primary Care

Kyeatright; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Job summary

The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support within an outpatient clinic in Elizabethtown, KY. 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.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 1+ year MA experience in a medical office.
• Hands-on patient care including vital signs, histories, and medications.
• Completion of MA training program with clinical experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and clinical support in outpatient setting.
• Obtain vital signs, document patient history, and reconcile medications.
• Manage patient flow and EPIC charting; schedule and process referrals.
• Handle prior authorizations, tests, and procedures; may perform EKGs and phlebotomy after competency.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient history collection

EMR systems

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

MA training program graduate

LPN/RN with licensure optional

Tools

EPIC EMR

Basic computer skills

Job description

Medical Assistant Primary Care### Medical Assistant Primary CareApply: Elizabethtown, KY: Full time: Posted Today: R26109395**Summary****Job Description:**BHMGPrimary Care **\\*\\* 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. \\*\\* ***Retention bonus is reserved for new hires meeting eligibility criteria.*** Medical Office, Certified Medical Assistant, CMA, AAMA, AMT, NCCT### *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.