Medical Assistant/Ambulatory/UKHC
Job description
Job Title:
Medical Assistant/Ambulatory/UKHC
Requisition Number:RE25767
Department Name:M3500: AMBULATORY MEDICINE
Work Location:Lexington, KY
Grade Level:06
Salary Range:$13.58-21.83/hour
Type of Position:Staff
Position Time Status :Full-Time
Required Education:HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies::http://www.uky.edu/hr/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience:0 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification:Have one or more of the following: 1. Kentucky Registered SRNA, 2. RN nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical, 3. Military Medic, 4.Graduate from a medical assistant program, 5. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), 6. Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), 7. Nationally Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), 8. Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), 9. A CST III at UK in the last 12 months: PLUS BLS at time of hire through American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider
Physical Requirements:The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Shift:Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, may require some holidays.
Other days/times determined by department needs and urgent situations.
The Medical Assistant (MA) will be responsible for direct patient care and provides clinical support to providers.
Duties include but not limited to the following: obtain patient medical history information, expedite patient flow, room patients, stocking clinic with supplies, navigate electronic health record system, schedule and follow-up with appointments and assist with medication fill requests, prior authorizations and schedule tests, procedures and consults.
The MA will communicate with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients and physicians in a respectful manner and follow UK Healthcare behavioral expectations for service excellence.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:Experience with insurance, scheduling and other patient related activities. Experience with UK’s registration/scheduling system (RSS).
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :No
Preferred Education/Experience:1 year clinical experience
Deadline to Apply:01/13/2021
University Community of Inclusion:The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.