LMH Health·Lawrence, Kansas
The Medical Assistant performs administrative and clinical tasks to support healthcare professionals in a primary care setting. Responsibilities include documenting medical information, preparing patients for examinations, and maintaining clinic flow and safety.
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I. JOB SUMMARY A Medical Assistant performs administrative and/or clinical tasks to support the work of the physician and other healthcare professionals. This position assists in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management while maintaining strict patient confidentiality.
Schedule: 8a-5p, four days per week
II.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Updates and files patient medical records, fill out insurance forms as needed.
Takes medical histories and record vital signs.
Efficiently documents medical information using the appropriate electronic applications and/or forms.
Explains treatment procedures to patients and prepares patient for examination while providing strict privacy during visit.
Collects and prepares laboratory specimens, dispose of contaminated supplies and sterilize medical instruments.
May assist with wound care and cast care.
Handles correspondence, schedule appointments, arrange for hospital and lab services.
Assists with simple patient teaching: procedures, laboratory tests, medications, etc.
Maintain smooth flow of patients through the clinic.
Assists with callbacks as indicated to deliver prompt, prioritized patient care (patient, pharmacies, insurance companies, etc.) Authorizes drug refills as directed and telephone prescriptions to a pharmacy if certified /registered medical assistant.
Assures treatment rooms are appropriately equipped with necessary instruments, supplies and equipment and keeps waiting/exam rooms neat and clean.
Must possess the ability to organize and prioritize assigned work duties and have a desire to interact with patients in a professional and empathetic manner.
Comply with laws and regulations in maintaining patient information.
Assumes responsibility for patient safety by utilizing appropriate channels to communicate patient safety and patient care issues to appropriate bodies.
Makes assessments and corrections of patient rooms and surrounding area for safety.
Participates in intra- and inter-departmental committee activities.
Performs other duties as needed or assigned.
Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position
Candidates must hold a relevant certification such as CNA, EMT, or be enrolled in a medical or nursing program. A BLS certification is required upon hire, and clinical experience is preferred.
Market context
In Kansas, support-services roles in healthcare are often tied to patient coordination, discharge planning, and connecting families with resources, so demand tends to follow hospitals, clinics, and community care settings. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer social work training plus medical-field experience and may favor licensure such as LMSW or LSCSW. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your degree, license status, and any relevant medical experience before applying.