Medical Assistant

Baptist HealthPaducah, KentuckyOn-siteFull-timeNew grad, 0–1 yearsListed 1 hour ago

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About this role

Summary

Job Description:

Medical Assistant

Full Time, M-F 0800-1630

The Medical Assistant performs the following duties: chart preparation, medication reconciliation, vital signs, height, weight, assists in minor procedures, clinic flow and any other duties as needed to assist physician.

Job Duties:

- Assures that clinical areas are in order.
- Prepares exam rooms for procedures and assists physician with certain medical procedures according to policy.
- Conducts and records clinical interview with patients including vital signs and medical history.
- Patient scheduler workflows: provide coverage for planned and unplanned scheduler time away and assist scheduler as needed. Duties include: patient scheduling, answering incoming department calls, handling referrals and work queues, assign/check in monthly billing numbers, and importing consult notes.

Requirements:

- High School Diploma/GED

Preferred Requirements:

- One year medical office experience is preferred
- MA Certification preferred

Benefits:

- Tuition Assistance reimbursement program
- Paid Time Off available for use upon hire
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement plans with company match

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.