BHS·Louisville, Kentucky
Provide direct patient care and clinical support in an outpatient thoracic surgery clinic, including obtaining vitals and managing patient flow. Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, prior authorizations, and electronic health record management using EPIC.
St. Matthews & New Albany, Indiana areas
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
Education: High School or Equivalent | Not Required
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Baptist health is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Requires a high school diploma and either one year of clinical medical assistant experience or graduation from an accredited MA program. Must obtain Basic Life Support certification within 90 days of hire and pass a clinical competency assessment.
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.
