Medical Assistant - Urology

Baptist Health; Richmond (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their Urology team in Richmond, KY. In this vital role, you will coordinate patient care activities, assist with clinical support, and ensure a smooth patient experience from check-in to follow-up. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care while working in a supportive and innovative environment. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a team focused on clinical excellence, we encourage you to apply and be part of a growing family committed to service excellence.

Benefits

Retention Bonus

Health Insurance

Flexible Schedule

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; MA certification preferred.
• Experience in a medical office performing clinical duties is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care activities and provide clinical support.
• Capture vital signs and maintain accurate medical records.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Patient Care Coordination

Vital Signs Measurement

Medication Reconciliation

Electronic Health Record Navigation

Communication Skills

HIPAA Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Medical Assistant Certification

Completion of MA Education Program

Tools

EPIC Electronic Health Record

Job description

Medical Assistant - Urology

Apply locations Richmond, KY

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job requisition id: R25085138

Job Description:

**$2,000 Retention Bonus**

**Retention bonus is reserved for new hires meeting eligibility criteria**

BHMG Urology

789 Eastern Bypass, Richmond, KY

Job Summary:

The Medical Assistant (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 but are not limited to the following: checking in patients, obtaining vital signs (height, weight, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, temperature), medication reconciliation, patient medical history information, expediting patient flow, rooming patients, stocking clinic supplies, navigating electronic health record system (EPIC), scheduling and following up with appointments, assisting with medication fill and refill requests, checking for prior authorizations, and scheduling tests, procedures, and consultations. The MA may also perform other procedures such as EKG, phlebotomy, lab tests, and injections (once competency has been assessed).

The MA will communicate with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients, and physicians in a respectful manner and will uphold Baptist’s mission and core values that drive service excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the coordination and flow of patients throughout their visit to create an exceptional patient experience.
• Proactively check the provider’s schedule and review information within the patient record to ensure that all required information is available prior to their visit.
• Proactively obtain any missing information from the patient to ensure that medical records are accurate and up to date, ensuring better care is provided.
• Upon arrival, capture patient’s vital signs, past medical, social and family history, medication usage, and preferred pharmacy information.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulatory requirements including HIPAA/OSHA compliance.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or General Education Equivalency.
• Basic computer skills, specifically with navigating within databases containing highly confidential information.
• Basic Life Support and other advanced training as appropriate to be received within 90 days, plus one of the following:
• Prior working experience in a medical office/clinic performing clinical MA duties. Upon hire, these disciplines will be assessed for clinical competency and be required to successfully complete an MA orientation/externship as well as complete any additional training as required by the Provider.
• Or a Certified MA from the National Health Career Association (NHA). Upon hire, these disciplines will be assessed for clinical competency and be required to successfully complete an MA orientation/externship as well as complete any additional training as required by the Provider.
• Or completed any MA education program, but has not received certification as of yet. Upon hire, these disciplines will be assessed for clinical competency and be required to successfully complete an MA orientation/externship as well as complete any additional training as required by the Provider.

Preferred Requirements for Certified Medical Assistant:

• Current MA Certification from AAMA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT, AAMP.
• Or graduate of an accredited LPN or RN program with current Licensure without restrictions.
• Basic computer skills, specifically with navigating within databases containing highly confidential information.
• Basic Life Support and other advanced training as appropriate, within 90 days.

Certified Medical Assistant, Medical Assistant, CMA, MA, AAMA, AMT, NCCT, AAMP, NAHP

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.