Medical Assistant/Ambulatory/UKHC

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

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Job TitleMedical Assistant/Ambulatory/UKHCRequisition NumberRE50036Working TitleMedical Assistant - UKHC Turfland Hand Surgery ClinicDepartment NameM7800: AMB-MusculoskeletalWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level06Salary Range$16.20-24.82/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationHS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience0 yrs
Required License/Registration/CertificationOne of the following: 1. State Registered Nurse Assistant (SRNA) 2. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 3. Registered Nurse (RN) nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical 4. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) / medic including military medic 5. Graduate from a medical assistant program. 5. Graduate from a licensed practical nursing program. 6. Clinical Services Technician (CST) III at UK in the last 12 months. Basic Life Support (BLS) at time of hire through American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider.
Physical RequirementsThe ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds daily, as well as stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time. Work conditions may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
ShiftMonday - Friday, Day Shift; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk)
Job SummaryThis position is located off-campus in Lexington, KY at UKHC Turfland.The Medical Assistant (MA) will be responsible for direct patient care and provide clinical support to providers.

Duties include but are not limited to: obtaining patient medical history information, expediting patient flow, rooming patients, stocking the clinic with supplies, navigating the electronic health record system, scheduling and following up with appointments, assisting with medication fill requests, prior authorizations, and scheduling tests, procedures, and consults.

The MA will respectfully communicate with pharmacies, insurance companies, patients, and physicians and follow UK Healthcare's behavioral expectations for service excellence.

The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted. The minimum hourly rate for this position will now be $18.20/hour. All pay rates will be based on candidate's experience.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesN/A
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceOne year of clinical experience.
Deadline to Apply05/04/2025Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone 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.

Posting Specific Questions
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* Do you have one of the following, or are you eligible to obtain this by date of hire? 1. Kentucky Registered SRNA, Certified Nursing Assistant (Aid) 2. RN nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical, 3. Paramedic 4. Graduate from an accredited medical assistant program 5. Graduate from a licensed practical nursing program 6. CST III at UK in the last 12 months YesNo * Do you have a current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA), or are you eligible to obtain this by date of hire? YesNo * Please choose the answer that best represents your years of paid employment experience in a medical office or clinical setting where you were responsible for performing direct patient care. NoneMore than 0, up through 1 yearMore than 1 year, up through 3 yearsMore than 3 years, up through 5 yearsMore than 5 years
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