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SCR St. Claire Medical Center, Inc.
Medical Assistant I
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$39,534 / year median in Kentucky
+12% projected growth
Job Description
At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.
Job Description:
Job Summary Responsible for providing direct patient care and clinical support to providers in an outpatient clinic setting. Obtains patient medical histories, expedites patient flow, rooms patients, and stocks clinic with necessary supplies. Navigates electronic health record systems, schedules and follows up on appointments, and assists with medication requests, prior authorizations, and scheduling tests, procedures, and consults. Communicates respectfully with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients, and physicians while upholding service excellence standards. Supports both clinical and administrative functions to ensure efficient and patient care. Essential Functions- Checks in and checks out patients, schedules tests and procedures, and verifies insurance coverage and authorizations.
- Prepares charts, enters charges, completes required paperwork, and maintains accurate medical records and documentation.
- Performs medical necessity checks, gathers and records health history, vital signs, and other pertinent data.
- Responds to patient phone calls, documents requests, and communicates with clinical staff and providers as needed.
- Provides basic patient care, performs point-of-care skills and clinical procedures within certification, and administers medications.
- Demonstrates service excellence, maintains patient privacy, and engages in patient and employee satisfaction initiatives.
- Works efficiently, prioritizes tasks, improves workflow, and collaborates within the interdisciplinary team.
- Assumes responsibility for professional development, completes required competencies, maintains certifications, and serves as a preceptor for new staff.
- Adheres to infection control, safety, and confidentiality guidelines, and supports wellness through patient/family education.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- 50% of the time) B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional ( 50% of the time) D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10%
- 50% of the time) E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10%
- 50% of the time) G.
Repetitive motion:
3. Intermittent (10%- 50% of the time) H.
Working in confined spaces:
1. Never J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10%- 50% of the time) K.
Job-related travel:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) L.Loud noises:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) M.Temperature extremes:
2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) O.Radiation:
1. Never P.Burns:
1. Never Q.Cuts/Punctures:
3. Intermittent (10%- 50% of the time) R.
Bloodborne/airborne pathogens:
3. Intermittent (10%- 50% of the time) S.