Medical Assistant

divh2Job Opportunity/h2pBHMG Gastroenterology/pp789 Eastern Bypass/ppRichmond, KY/ppBonus Available/ppSign-on bonus is reserved for new hires meeting eligibility criteria./ppThe 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./ppAdditional 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./ppStrong 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./ppQualifications:/pulliHigh School Diploma or General Education Equivalency/lili1+ 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. EKGs, phlebotomy, administering injections or vaccines)./liliOr Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant training program, that includes hands on patient experience as part of the curriculum, required./liliUpon 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./liliBasic computer skills, experience with EMR System a plus./liliBasic Life Support from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire./liliBAT and DOT certifications required for Medical Assistants in Occupational Medicine within 90 days of hire./li/ulpIf you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!/ppBaptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer./p/div