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Medical Assistant

BHS
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Lexington, KY 40546, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off

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  • The position is for a Medical Assistant responsible for coordinating direct patient care and providing clinical support in a clinical practice, with a competitive benefits package including a 401k plan and 40 hours of PTO on the day of hire.
  • Candidates must have at least 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical office or clinic, or be a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant training program with hands-on patient experience.
  • The role includes duties such as checking in patients, obtaining vital signs, and navigating the electronic health record system (EPIC).
  • Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required within 90 days of hire, along with BAT and DOT certifications for those in Occupational Medicine.
  • The job offers a retention bonus for new hires meeting eligibility criteria, although the specific salary is not provided in the description.

Summary

Job Description:

BHMG Gastroenterology

Lexington, KY

**Bonus Available**

Sign-on bonus is reserved for new hires meeting eligibility criteria.

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.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Graduate of a formal Medical Assistant training program or a minimum of one year of direct, hands-on patient care in a clinical setting, such as obtaining vital signs, documenting patient history and medications, and performing clinic procedures (e.g. EKGs, phlebotomy, administering injections or vaccines).

  • 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 (MA) Trainee Program for further development and reevaluation.

  • Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Current Medical Assistant Certification from AAMA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT or AAMP OR active Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of practice.

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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.




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