Occupational Health Medical Assistant — Full Time

Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Occupational Health team at KU Medwest in Kansas City, KS. The role supports efficient patient flow, prepares patients for visits, and assists with exams, procedures, and clerical tasks in a busy clinical setting.

Responsibilities include vital signs, specimen handling, documentation, and collaboration with physicians and nurses, with an emphasis on accuracy and customer service.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or at least one year as a Medical Assistant or CCMA or NCRMA certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 14 days.

Responsibilities

• Accurately schedules tests, collects specimens, and prepares lab samples per policy.
• Assist physicians/nurses with procedures and examinations per competency checklist.
• Record patient history details for clinical staff review and coordinate care.
• Submit prescriptions and refills electronically or by fax to outpatient pharmacies.
• Maintain medical records and ensure required documentation is in the chart.
• Greet patients, register, schedule, pre-certify tests, and handle billing/charges.
• Take vital signs, height/weight, and document results in the medical record.

Skills

Basic typing

Education

High School Diploma

Graduate of accredited Medical Assistant program

CCMA or NCRMA certification

One year MA experience

Job description

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Occupational Health team at KU Medwest in Kansas City, KS. The role supports efficient patient flow, prepares patients for visits, and assists with exams, procedures, and clerical tasks in a busy clinical setting.

Responsibilities include vital signs, specimen handling, documentation, and collaboration with physicians and nurses, with an emphasis on accuracy and customer service.