BHS·Louisville, Kentucky
The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support, including obtaining vital signs and managing electronic health records. They also handle scheduling, medication requests, prior authorizations, and perform clinical procedures like EKGs and phlebotomy.
Partners Womens Health: Breckenridge Lane area
First Shift/Full Time: Eligible for $2000 SignOn Bonus
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.
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, MA, Medical Assistant, LPN, Certified Medical Assistant, MA, AAMA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT, AAMP, RN
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.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience in a clinical setting or be a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program. Additional requirements include Basic Life Support certification and specific certifications for occupational medicine roles.
Market context
Medical assistant jobs in Kentucky are commonly tied to outpatient clinics, physician practices, and health systems that need support with both patient care and front-office tasks. This role is competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma plus either one year of clinical experience or completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program, and BLS certification within 90 days of hire. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your experience, certification timeline, and readiness for routine clinical duties before applying.
