Medical Assistant PRN

Baptist Health; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Frankfort, Kentucky is seeking a PRN Medical Assistant responsible for coordinating patient care and supporting clinical teams. Ideal candidates will have at least 1 year of experience in clinical settings and the ability to perform essential clinical procedures.

Applicants should hold a High School Diploma and have basic computer skills along with certifications such as Basic Life Support. Join Baptist Health in their mission to provide excellent patient care!

Qualifications

• 1+ year(s) of experience as a Medical Assistant in a healthcare setting.
• Current Medical Assistant Certification preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification within 90 days required.

Responsibilities

• Check in patients and obtain vital signs.
• Navigate electronic health record system.
• Communicate with pharmacies and insurance companies.

Skills

Patient care coordination

Vital signs measurement

Communication with healthcare providers

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EPIC Health Record System

Job description

Summary

BHMG Newton Pike, Lexington

PRN MA

Job Description

The MA will be responsible for the coordination of direct patient care activities and providing clinical support to providers within one of our clinical practices.

Duties include

• Check in patients, obtaining vital signs & medication reconciliation
• Patient medical history information
• Navigating electronic health record system (EPIC)
• Communicate with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients and physicians and will uphold Baptist's mission and core values that drive service excellence.

Minimum Requirements

• 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.

RMA, CMA, CCMA, Med Assistant, M.A., Medical Office, Vitals, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Clinical Medical Assistant, Back office MA, Bilingual Medical Assistant

Work Experience

Relevant Work Experience

Education

High School or Equivalent | Not Required

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.