Medical Assistant Part Time
Baptist Health · Richmond, Kentucky, US
Summary The Medical Assistant provides direct patient care and clinical support within an outpatient clinic. Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs,...
Job description
Summary 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. Job Description: Eligible for Retention Bonus Sign-on bonus is reserved for new hires meeting eligibility criteria The MA will be responsible for the coordination of direct patient care activities and providing clinical support to providers within one of our clinical practices. Duties include: - Check in patients, obtaining vital signs & medication reconciliation - Patient medical history information - Navigating electronic health record system (EPIC) - Communicate with pharmacies, insurance compan...